Business Details
26 Years
experience
Trusted Litigation Financing for Law Firms
Counsel Financial Service has been the industry standard in litigation finance since 2000, providing innovative financing solutions tailored to the legal industry. Our expertise lies in mitigating risks for both law firms and capital providers through flexible funding structures and proprietary underwriting methodologies. With 25 years of experience, we specialize in recognizing attorneys' fees as assets, enabling contingency-fee firms to unlock immediate resources for case costs, operational expenses, and growth initiatives. Our attorney-led diligence teams offer specialized support in mass torts, class actions, and personal injury cases, serving thousands of law firms nationwide.We combine deep legal industry knowledge with tech-enabled services to deliver scalable financing options, including credit lines, term loans, and post-settlement funding. Our commitment to client success is reflected in long-term partnerships with firms that have grown significantly through our financial support. Headquartered in Buffalo, NY, we maintain a dedicated team focused on personalized service and strategic guidance to empower legal professionals.
Services
Law Firm Loans
Capital Solutions
Post-Settlement Funding
Term Loans
Scalable Financing
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- 25 years of specialized experience in litigation finance
- Proprietary underwriting methodology for accurate case valuation
- Flexible funding options tailored to legal practice needs
- Attorney-led diligence teams with industry-specific expertise
- Proven track record managing $25B+ in case collateral
What people say
Invaluable partner for growth
Confidence in financial decisions
Game-changing settlements support
Expert strategic advice
Trusted long-term partnership
Services
Law Firm Loans
Customized loan solutions for contingency-fee law firms seeking capital for case costs, operational expenses, or expansion. Our non-recourse and recourse options provide flexible repayment terms aligned with case outcomes. Dedicated underwriting teams assess case valuations to maximize funding potential.
Post-Settlement Funding
Immediate liquidity solutions for settled cases, advancing up to 80% of anticipated attorney fees. This service enables reinvestment in practice growth while maintaining financial stability during settlement processing periods.
Capital Solutions
End-to-end financing services for capital providers seeking litigation investments. We handle origination, underwriting, and loan servicing while offering real-time collateral monitoring and performance reporting to protect investment positions.
Scalable Financing
Adaptive financing options that grow with your law firm's caseload and revenue. Our revolving credit lines and adjustable term loans support expansion, marketing initiatives, and operational investments with flexible repayment structures.
Term Loans
Structured loan facilities tailored to specific capital requirements, offering predictable repayment schedules for long-term financial planning. Available as recourse or non-recourse options with competitive interest rates.
People
Paul Cody
President and CEO
Paul Cody leads Counsel Financial Service with over 25 years of litigation finance experience, driving strategic growth and maintaining industry leadership in legal capital solutions.
Megan Payne
Chief Operating Officer
Megan Payne oversees daily operations, ensuring efficient delivery of financing solutions while maintaining Counsel Financial Service's commitment to client service excellence.
Ryan Kagels
Chief Financial Officer
Ryan Kagels manages financial strategy and risk assessment, bringing expertise in legal industry financial modeling and capital optimization.
Kelly Anthony
Chief Legal Officer
Kelly Anthony provides legal oversight with deep understanding of contingency fee structures and litigation finance regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
Steve Mingle
Managing Director
Steve Mingle leads business development initiatives, connecting law firms with tailored financing solutions that support sustainable practice growth.
Questions
What types of law firms qualify for financing?
We work with contingency-fee law firms specializing in mass torts, class actions, personal injury, and other litigation areas requiring capital support.
How quickly can firms access funds?
Our streamlined underwriting process typically funds approved loans within 30-45 days after application submission.
What financing options are available?
We offer revolving credit lines, term loans, post-settlement funding, and customized capital solutions tailored to specific practice needs.
Do you serve law firms nationwide?
Yes, we provide financing solutions to law firms across all 50 states through our virtual and in-person service model.
How is repayment structured?
Repayment terms align with case outcomes, offering flexible options including interest pass-through arrangements where permitted by state law.
What sets Counsel Financial apart?
Our 25-year track record, attorney-led underwriting teams, and proprietary case valuation methodology provide unique advantages over traditional lenders.