WSJ: Litigation Financing Attracts New Set of Investors

In 2016, The Wall Street Journal published a major feature on the growing, multi-billion dollar industry of litigation financing. The article, 'Litigation Financing Attracts New Set of Investors,' examined how hedge funds and other institutional investors are increasingly funding lawsuits in exchange for a portion of the recovery, a trend that is rapidly transforming the civil justice system.

As a leading expert in the field, Maya Steinitz was featured for her commentary on the ethical and regulatory challenges posed by the industry's growth.

To read the full report on the shifting dynamics of this investment sector, which explores the investors, law firms, and companies involved, please visit The Wall Street Journal:

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