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HFW partners with LCM to secure Singapore's first domestic arbitration funding
Global, sector-focused law firm HFW has partnered with Litigation Capital Management Limited (LCM) to secure the first funding for a domestic arbitration in Singapore, which is now permissible following changes in Singaporean regulations.
On 28 June 2021, Singapore’s Ministry of Law announced an expansion of third-party funding (TPF) to domestic arbitration, certain proceedings in the Singapore International Commercial Court and related mediation proceedings.
HFW's leading Asia Pacific construction arbitration team is advising the claimant in the arbitration, Craft Façade Pte Ltd.
The agreement between Craft and LCM covers two separate arbitrations: one in Singapore and one in Hong Kong.
HFW partner, Nick Longley, who is leading the Singapore arbitration, said: "HFW is pleased to be partnering with LCM, one of the world’s most reputable litigation finance companies. Being a leader in international arbitration disputes across the region, we are delighted that our clients now have an alternative avenue to fund their claims."
Roger Milburn, Investment Manager at LCM Singapore, added: "We are delighted to partner again with HFW for this project, which is the first time a domestic arbitration has been funded under Singapore’s expanded disputes financing framework. It’s also another funding arrangement for HFW and LCM that covers more than one case for an Asia-based client, demonstrating that our portfolio funding strategy is working well in this region and provides a flexible financing solution for clients and law firms".
About HFW
HFW is a leading global law firm in the aerospace, commodities, construction, energy and resources, insurance, and shipping sectors. The firm has more than 600 lawyers, including 185 partners, based in offices across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific. HFW prides itself on its deep industry expertise and its entrepreneurial, creative and collaborative culture. www.hfw.com
About Litigation Capital Management Limited (LCM)
LCM specialises in investments relating to the global disputes market and has an unparalleled record in providing dispute financing that is driven by its disciplined project selection criteria and robust risk management. As one of the world’s first litigation funders, LCM has assisted hundreds of companies to achieve significant recoveries from claims that, without LCM, would not have been pursued due to the associated costs and risks. www.lcmfinance.com
About Craft Facade
A successful façade and roofing company with bases in Hong Kong, Singapore, Philippines, China and India. www.craft-group.com
For further information, please contact:
Chris Johnson
Head of Communications
D +44 (0)20 7264 8159
M +44 (0)7976 939864
E chris.johnson@hfw.com
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