Alitu<![CDATA[Legal Finance Insights]]>en-aupodcast85690028-ead7-54a6-9089-c7c63f54f659episodicpmurphy@associationoflitigationfunders.com.auThe Association of Litigation Funders of AustraliaThe Association of Litigation Funders of AustraliaThe Association of Litigation Funders of AustraliafalseYesa9c61469-6573-47ba-88fd-048bb7ca106d<![CDATA[Episode 15 | How AI is Transforming Legal Workflows and Document Review]]>In this episode, Pip Murphy speaks with Lauren Anderson, Director at KordaMentha, and Skye Gedye from Link Legal Advisory about how generative AI is reshaping legal workflows and document review in Australia. They explore the development of AI functionality within Nuix, its practical application in live matters, and what these innovations mean for compliance, security, and client outcomes. The discussion also looks ahead to future trends and potential risks, such as bias and hallucinations, and offers practical advice for firms considering AI adoption.

]]>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 22:51:25 GMT00:21:24full111515The Association of Litigation Funders of Australia9ebfaaeb-ef09-47b1-847c-67b91cc286df<![CDATA[Episode 14 | The Use of AI in Litigation]]>In this episode, Pip Murphy speaks with Phil Smith from FTI Consulting about the growing use of AI in litigation in Australia and globally including the biggest changes, challenges and opportunities.

]]>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 02:58:20 GMT00:31:05111414ad942b47-b0c0-4ea5-9b4a-a7308617c899<![CDATA[Episode 13 | A Review of Litigation Insurance]]>In this episode, Pip Murphy speaks with Madeleine Tricarico about Litica, the development of the Australian and global ATE insurance market and some recent cases that have recognised the application and use of anti-avoidance endorsements for the first time in Australia.

]]>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 22:52:40 GMT00:28:09111313c918631c-4f8b-40c8-81c5-8732b4679567<![CDATA[Episode 12 | Recent High Court Case Review]]>In this episode, Pip Murphy speaks with Millie Byrnes Howe about the recent High Court decisions in two funded class actions, William's v Toyota and Capic v Ford, and how those judgments might impact the litigation landscape in the near future.

]]>Tue, 20 May 2025 03:25:27 GMT00:10:01full111212The Association of Litigation Funders of Australiad8ded4d5-8d2b-4b03-8f8e-abf81a915f2a<![CDATA[AALF Webinar Series - The Global Market for ATE Insurance in 2024]]>Welcome to the AALF Webinar Series - a forum for leaders in the legal finance industry to share knowledge and insights. Join us for our second session on The Global Market for ATE Insurance in 2024.

This session will dive into the latest market developments, emerging trends, and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead on the global stage. Helping you gain a deeper understanding of the forces shaping the future of After the Event (ATE) insurance. Our expert speakers, with their real-world experience, will guide you through the complexities of this evolving sector, helping you stay ahead in a rapidly changing landscape.

Our moderator for the webinar is Patrick Crisp of Balance Legal Capital.

Our panellists for the webinar are:

  • Madeleine Tricarico, Senior Associate at Litica
  • Martin del Gallego, National Head of Litigation and Partner at Piper Alderman
  • Natalie Bowcutt, Strategic Partnerships Manager at Vie Legal Insurance Pty Ltd
]]>Thu, 12 Dec 2024 02:17:59 GMT00:56:24full111111The Association of Litigation Funders of Australia1d522829-729e-471c-b639-b4a9e4d6b8bc<![CDATA[AALF Webinar Series - The Insolvency Landscape in 2024 and Beyond]]>Welcome to the AALF Webinar Series - a forum for leaders in the legal finance industry to share knowledge and insights. For our first session, the panel discussed The Insolvency Landscape in 2024 and Beyond.

Discover the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the world of insolvency, as seen first-hand by those at the front line of change. Our expert speakers share their knowledge and expertise to help you navigate this complex landscape. 

Our moderator for the webinar is John Winter, Chief Executive Officer of ARITA.

Our panellists for the webinar are:

  • Stuart Price, Chief Executive Officer of CASL and founding Member of AALF
  • Kathy Sozou, Partner at McGrathNicol
  • Matt Kennedy, Executive Counsel at Mackay Chapman
]]>Tue, 26 Nov 2024 21:55:58 GMT00:55:55full111010The Association of Litigation Funders of Australiad584de30-4082-4a01-b681-ff8093422eed<![CDATA[Episode 9 | The Australian ATE Insurance Market]]>In this episode, Pip Murphy speaks with Phil Lomax, Managing Director about: 

  • the development of the Australian and global ATE insurance market; and
  • Litica's expansion into Australia.
]]>Wed, 22 May 2024 23:03:23 GMT00:26:12full1199falseALFAdae2c5d3-7f8b-4982-8524-a1c77278da63<![CDATA[Episode 8 | Omni Bridgeway's Construction Claims Finance ]]>In this episode, Pip Murphy speaks with Mitch Dearness and Philippa Briggs, Investment Managers with Omni Bridgeway about how Omni Bridgeway offers construction companies an opportunity to assess and leverage value, optimise cash flow and resolve claims at an early stage.

]]>Wed, 10 Apr 2024 04:46:30 GMT00:24:25full1188falseALFA0cc05330-b244-405a-9569-d8fe14c31f95<![CDATA[Episode 7 | Foreign Exchange Risks with Cross Border Litigation | How Ebury Assists to Mitigate These Risks]]>In this episode, Pip Murphy speaks with James Swerling, Senior Dealer with Ebury within their Institutional and Corporate Sales Department about the work that Ebury does to support funders and claimants to mitigate their foreign exchange risks.

]]>Mon, 25 Mar 2024 22:44:24 GMT00:17:25full1177falseALFA4631eb98-58a1-495f-9885-ade09e05ff8b<![CDATA[Episode 6 | Asset Tracing and Enforcement of Judgments | How Kroll Supports Global Disputes]]>In this episode, Pip Murphy speaks with Chris Ives, Associate Managing Director and Head of of Kroll's Melbourne Office, about the work Kroll does with funders and claimants in asset tracing and enforcement.

]]>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 04:25:15 GMT00:27:52full1166falseALFAbd21bc42-c888-4bdb-9e01-f3cd92b2e1ab<![CDATA[Episode 5 | Hartwell Funds, the WA Market and Funding Non-Class Action Claims]]>In this episode, Pip Murphy speaks with Sophia Kailis, Director of Hartwell Funds, about Hartwell Funds, the Western Australian market and funding non-class actions claims.

]]>Thu, 07 Dec 2023 03:46:41 GMT00:17:46full1155falseALFA48a7db7d-4185-49cf-aa56-ae6781aa892c<![CDATA[Episode 4 | Law In Order and the Legal Funding Initiative]]>In this episode, Pip Murphy speaks with Heather Rubinstein, Director of Class Actions and Funded Litigation, about Law In Order's Legal Funding Initiative.

]]>Mon, 13 Nov 2023 21:51:07 GMT00:18:08full1144falseALFAf4dc47bd-ca62-4bce-af36-f6e076ccda3e<![CDATA[Episode 3 | The Rise of Cyber Claims in Australia]]>In this episode, Pip Murphy and Brendan Read of Korda Mentha discuss the rise of cyber claims overseas and Australia.

]]>Mon, 06 Nov 2023 09:55:42 GMT00:24:53full1133falseALFAb85f8d5b-63e0-4b48-856d-b6db5d741766<![CDATA[Episode 2 | What is Legal Finance and How is it Used?]]>In this episode, Pip Murphy and Maya Shallita of Balance Legal Capital provide an overview of legal finance, explaining what it is, how it works, and why it is important for legal professionals and businesses.

]]>Tue, 31 Oct 2023 04:23:32 GMT00:24:19full1122falseALFA2419fbe6-ba53-4256-93a8-e0a90b634033<![CDATA[Episode 1 | An Introduction to ALFA and its Board]]>A very warm welcome to the first Legal Finance Insights podcast.

In this first episode, I am going to introduce ALFA and the fabulous Board and Members to you. Then in episode two, I am going to take you through the 101 of legal finance.

From there, you will hear from members about their experiences and what they are seeing, and predicting for the future of legal finance in Australia.

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