Burford Capital's Remarkable 15-Year Journey
Burford Capital is celebrating a major milestone—15 years of success as a key player in finance and asset management for the legal industry. Starting with a modest $130 million investment fund, Burford has experienced incredible growth, now boasting an impressive market capitalization of $7.4 billion—a stunning 27-fold increase. This swift ascent highlights the firm’s innovative strategies and commitment to reshaping the landscape of legal finance.
Leadership Changes Paving the Way Forward
In line with its ongoing growth, Burford has rolled out several significant leadership changes aimed at improving client services and strengthening global partnerships. Aviva Will, who previously served as Co-Chief Operating Officer, has stepped up to become President. With her extensive expertise, Ms. Will will concentrate on high-stakes, client-oriented initiatives that further Burford’s mission of establishing complex financing arrangements with sophisticated partners.
David Perla's New Responsibilities
Also in the mix of appointments, David Perla, another Co-Chief Operating Officer, is now taking on the role of Vice Chair. He will focus on global marketing, public policy, industry relations, and public communications, drawing on his rich experience—including his previous leadership at Bloomberg Law.
Investing in Internal Talent
CEO Christopher Bogart expressed his pride in the ongoing commitment to developing Burford's internal talent. Alongside co-founder Jon Molot, he is dedicated to nurturing existing employees while attracting skilled professionals from top law firms and corporations around the globe. As they celebrate their 15th year, Burford remains devoted to evolving the legal business landscape.
Introducing New Senior Team Members
Burford has recently bolstered its team with several noteworthy professionals, including:
- Andrew Farthing, who has taken on the role of Director and will oversee activities within Burford’s U.S. portfolio. Before joining the team, Andrew held important positions at Apple and was a senior litigator at Latham & Watkins.
- Carrie Tendler joins as Special Counsel, focusing on ensuring the enforcement of judgments related to cases funded by Burford. Previously, she was a partner at Kobre & Kim and also worked as a litigator at Cravath, Swaine & Moore.
- Josh Reed is now the Senior Vice President, managing the patent portfolio. Before Burford, he led Global Litigation at Sisvel Group and served as Chief IP Counsel at Allscripts.
- Kate Tellez, another Senior Vice President, specializes in evaluating and underwriting legal risk within Burford's patent division. She previously worked as a partner at Steptoe.
- Florencia Villaggi has become Vice President, where she'll focus on risk assessments related to investor-state and international commercial arbitration. She comes from Herbert Smith Freehills.
- Josh Wood now oversees Investor Relations, having previously held the position of Head of Shareholder Relations at Patria Investments and Vice President at Carlyle.
- Nicholas Sinigaglia joins as Global Controller, enhancing Burford's finance management team. Nicholas previously served as Chief Accounting Officer at Pie Insurance.
About Burford Capital
Burford Capital is at the forefront of legal finance and asset management. The firm offers a wide range of services, including litigation finance, risk management, asset recovery, and legal advisory functions. Burford is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BUR) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE: BUR). The firm operates from major global cities and partners with companies and law firms worldwide to provide innovative legal financing solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burford Capital?
Burford Capital is a leading global firm specializing in finance and asset management within the legal realm, offering services that range from litigation finance to legal advisory.
What anniversary is Burford celebrating?
Burford Capital is proudly commemorating its 15th anniversary, highlighting substantial growth and initiatives focused on client service.
Who are the key leaders at Burford?
The key leaders at Burford include Aviva Will as President and David Perla as Vice Chair; both are seasoned professionals in legal finance management.
What recent appointments have been made at Burford?
Burford has recently appointed several senior professionals across various roles, aimed at improving operational efficiency and enhancing client services.
How has Burford's market capitalization changed?
In the last 15 years, Burford's market capitalization has grown from $130 million to $7.4 billion, a testament to its growth and influence within the legal finance industry.
