Band 2
Provided by Stephen O'Dowd
Originator of new investment opportunities with a particular focus on class actions, competition claims and the use of litigation funding in Australia.
With nearly eight years’ experience of sourcing, assessing and managing complex investments, Stephen is a highly-regarded expert in litigation funding.
Experienced in both private practice with Addleshaw Goddard and in-house as Head of Commercial Litigation with British Telecommunications Plc, Stephen has established deep and strong relationships with leading litigation practitioners in Australia and in the UK.
Stephen holds a law degree from the University of Nottingham and qualified as a solicitor in 2000.
In March 2020, Stephen won the ‘Litigation Individual, Europe’ award at the Lexology Global Counsel Awards.
Provided by Chambers
Provided by Chambers
Stephen is a helpful and experienced leader who is a pleasure to work with.
Stephen is one of the most experienced international funders in Australia. He has a deep understanding of the jurisdiction and a wide network of contacts. He is serious, smart and formidable.
Stephen is a helpful and experienced leader who is a pleasure to work with.
Stephen is one of the most experienced international funders in Australia. He has a deep understanding of the jurisdiction and a wide network of contacts. He is serious, smart and formidable.
