Business Details
26 Years
experience
Specialist Litigation Insurance Solutions in London
Founded in 2000, The Judge has established itself as a leading international broker specialising in litigation and arbitration risk insurance. With offices in London, Manchester, California, and Toronto, we operate as part of the Thomas Miller Group, a specialist insurance and financial services business writing over USD $1bn in premiums annually. Our expertise spans After-the-Event (ATE) insurance, contingency fee insurance, and other legal risk covers, supported by a team of former litigators and industry-recognised professionals. We pioneered innovative solutions in litigation insurance, including enhancements to standard ATE policies and large-scale syndicated indemnity arrangements. Regulated in the UK, USA, and Canada, we maintain rigorous standards of client service and have been ranked Tier 1 by Chambers & Partners for six consecutive years. Our partnership with Erso Capital, a litigation finance company with access to over USD $1.0 billion in capital, allows us to offer tailored solutions combining insurance and funding.We serve law firms and their clients globally, providing budget certainty and risk mitigation through bespoke insurance products. Our teams deep market connections and hands-on approach ensure we address complex litigation risks effectively, differentiating us from generalist brokers. We have developed market-leading portfolio insurance arrangements and specialise in cross-undertakings coverage, sovereign state award default insurance, and appeal/annulment risk mitigation.
Services
Litigation Insurance
ATE Insurance
Contingency Fee Insurance
Litigation Finance
Security for Costs
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in litigation insurance and risk management.
- Our team includes former litigators and industry-recognised professionals.
- We offer access to USD $1.0 billion in litigation finance through Erso Capital.
- We pioneered enhancements to standard ATE policies for improved court acceptance.
- Regulated in the UK, USA, and Canada with Tier 1 rankings from Chambers & Partners.
Associations and certifications
- Chambers & Partners Tier 1
- UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
What people say
Expertise in litigation insurance
Responsive service
Innovative solutions
Trusted partner
Global reach
Services
Litigation Insurance
We provide comprehensive insurance solutions to mitigate financial risks associated with litigation and arbitration. Our products protect against adverse costs orders, own legal expenses, and enforcement challenges. Clients benefit from tailored policies structured to match case-specific risks, including large-scale syndicated arrangements and portfolio coverage. Our expertise ensures compliance with court requirements for security for costs.
After-the-Event Insurance
Specialist ATE insurance protects litigants against the risk of adverse costs orders. We arrange policies enhanced to meet court standards, including anti-avoidance endorsements. Coverage extends to commercial disputes in Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia, with options for single-case and portfolio structures.
Litigation Finance
Through our affiliate Erso Capital, we offer non-recourse funding for legal fees, disbursements, and enforcement costs. Funding is available for cases ranging from small business disputes to large corporate matters. Repayment occurs only if the case succeeds, with terms governed by Litigation Funding Agreements.
Contingency Fee Insurance
Insurance solutions for contingency fee arrangements reduce risk for law firms offering success-based fee structures. We tailor policies to align with client needs, ensuring financial protection while maintaining competitive fee models for legal services.
Security for Costs
We arrange insurance to satisfy court requirements for security for costs, including cross-undertakings coverage for injunctive relief. Policies address risks such as sovereign state award defaults and appeal/annulment scenarios, enabling clients to monetise judgments effectively.
People
Robert Warner
Director
With extensive experience in litigation risk management, Robert leads our London team in delivering bespoke insurance solutions for complex disputes.
Emily Thomas
Director
Emily specialises in structuring large-scale insurance arrangements from our Manchester office, leveraging her background in legal risk assessment.
Muzammil Shaikh
Chief Financial and Commercial Officer
Muzammil oversees financial strategy and commercial operations, ensuring robust solutions for clients' litigation funding and insurance needs.
James Delaney
Director
James provides expert guidance on litigation finance and insurance products, drawing on over 15 years of industry experience.
Nick Robson
President of The Judge Canada
Nick leads our Toronto office, focusing on North American litigation risks and expanding access to innovative insurance solutions.
Questions
What types of litigation insurance do you offer?
We specialise in After-the-Event insurance, contingency fee insurance, security for costs coverage, and bespoke legal risk solutions.
How does litigation finance work?
Litigation finance provides non-recourse funding for legal costs, repaid only if the case succeeds, with terms agreed between client and funder.
Can you assist with international cases?
Yes, we arrange coverage for disputes in Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia through our global network.
How do I apply for insurance?
Submit a case summary and supporting documents via our application forms, and our team will provide feedback within 10 working days.
What sets TheJudge apart from competitors?
Our combined insurance and litigation finance expertise, global presence, and tailored solutions differentiate us in the market.
Are you regulated?
Yes, we are regulated by the UK Financial Conduct Authority and licensed in the US and Canada.
