What we do

We help law firms

Enhance profitability and client service

94 AmLaw 100 and 92 Global 100 law firms have sought Burford’s capital for their clients’ high-value disputes or to invest in their own businesses and growth.

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Law firms benefit from our expertise and scale

Burford provides legal finance solutions that address law firms’ unique challenges. We can pay for litigation costs for clients who are unable or unwilling to pay hourly rates, fund portfolios to enable the firms to expand practice areas, or advance post-settlement payment and client receivables.

Client benefits

Pay fees and expenses for hourly clients with fee fatigue
Enable the firm to offer client-friendly terms
Offset the risk associated with outcomes or realization rates
Help the firm time cash flows associated with pending contingent work
Equip the firm to expand practice areas, grow contingency portfolios and open new offices—without added risk
Manage partner compensation for contingent work in a primarily hourly firm

How we add value

We conduct our diligence entirely in-house, making Burford fast and flexible
We have invested more than $7 billion dollars in the legal industry and can accommodate financial needs of any size
Our investment team includes lawyers with experience working at AmLaw 100 firms as well as Fortune 100 companies—so we understand the needs of law firms and their clients

How do law firms work with Burford?

Law firms work with Burford to enhance client relations, increase profitability, manage cash flow, and more. Learn why AmLaw and Global 100 firms choose Burford.

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