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Associated Press
14 hours ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Deminor General Counsel Greater China and South East Asia recognised in 2025 Chambers and Partners Rankings
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 1, 2025 / / -- Deminor Litigation Funding is proud to announce that its General Counsel Greater China and South East Asia, Irene Lee, has been recognised by Chambers and Partners in the South-East Asia category in its 2025 rankings. Irene Lee joined Deminor in November 2020 and leads the firm's activities in Greater China and Southeast Asia from Hong Kong. She focuses on identifying and managing litigation funding opportunities in the region, including court proceedings, arbitration, enforcement actions, and cross-border investment recovery. With over 15 years of experience in complex litigation, arbitration, and financial regulatory work, Irene has advised clients worldwide, particularly from mainland China. Within Deminor, team members have retained individual recognitions from previous years including; Chief Executive Officer Erik Bomans, Chief Investment Officer Charles Demoulin, and Head of Enforcement Alex Marine. In addition, General Counsel David Walker (UK), has also received Chambers and Partners rankings for the first time. Additionally, Deminor Litigation Funding has retained its Band 1 ranking in the Chambers and Partners Ranking for Litigation Support in Europe. The firm has also achieved significant new recognitions across multiple jurisdictions, securing Band 2 for South-East Asia, Band 4 for the UK, and Band 2 for International Arbitration (Global-Wide). This expanded recognition reflects Deminor's evolution from its 1990 founding to a global litigation funding pioneer with 9 international offices spanning 23 jurisdictions. Retaining Band 1 status in Europe whilst securing new rankings across additional jurisdictions demonstrates both the firm's international expansion strategy and exceptional track record. With a diverse team of 19 nationalities speaking 22 languages, Deminor delivers specialised expertise across arbitration, enforcement, intellectual property, competition, investments, tax, and corporate disputes worldwide. Chambers and Partners, renowned for its comprehensive and independent research into the legal market, awarded these rankings following an extensive evaluation process. The assessment examined Deminor's track record of success, the diversity of its investment portfolio, its contribution to advancing the litigation funding industry, and most importantly, direct feedback from clients. In past years, market commentators have noted that 'Deminor is probably the most structured litigation funder in Europe.' Further comments highlighted that 'Deminor have shown a high capacity to handle complex issues, both from a legislative and regulatory perspective, as well as from an operational and management perspective.' Additionally, as Deminor takes pride in its global presence and diverse team, it has also been said, 'Deminor has an impressive portfolio of well-experienced legal experts, financial analysts and litigation strategists. They have people spanning over multiple jurisdictions. This allows them to take on and assess complex international matters.' Erik Bomans, Chief Executive Officer at Deminor, expressed pride in the achievement: 'Retaining our Band 1 ranking in Europe while simultaneously achieving recognition across South-East Asia, the UK, and global arbitration markets represents a defining moment for Deminor and validates our strategy of becoming a truly global litigation funding service provider. What makes this multi-jurisdictional recognition from Chambers and Partners particularly meaningful is that it reflects direct feedback from the clients we serve; their voices carry the greatest weight in these rankings, and their confidence in our ability to handle the most complex matters across diverse legal systems drives everything we do. As we expand internationally, our mission remains unchanged: democratising access to justice by providing the financial backbone that allows meritorious claims to be pursued on a global scale.' Deminor has been instrumental in supporting numerous high-profile and impactful cases, providing financial backing and strategic expertise to clients seeking justice. This recognition by Chambers and Partners not only validates Deminor's approach but also encourages the company to further enhance its services and expand its reach in the litigation funding landscape. About Deminor: Founded in 1990, Deminor is a Band 1 Chambers and Partners international litigation funder with offices in Brussels, London, Hamburg, New York, Hong Kong, Madrid, Milan, Stockholm and Luxembourg. Deminor's name, derived from the French 'défense des minoritaires' (defense of the minorities) reflects its original commitment to the pursuit of good causes and its determination to restore justice for clients. Kevin Matthews Deminor Recovery Services (UK) Ltd email us here Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Associated Press
15 hours ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Deminor Litigation Funding Chief Executive Officer recognised in 2025 Chambers and Partners Rankings
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 1, 2025 / / -- Deminor Litigation Funding is proud to announce that its Chief Executive Officer, Erik Bomans, has retained his ranking in Chambers and Partners in the Europe-wide category for Litigation Funding. Erik Bomans is the Chief Executive Officer of Deminor and the executive director in charge of the 'Commercial Litigation Funding' department. Erik was trained at the Brussels office of Linklaters and qualified as a lawyer in 1995. He joined Deminor in 1995 and became a partner in 1999. Erik regularly speaks at conferences on the topic of litigation funding, has published research on the state of the litigation funding market and has been recognized as a leader in his field by Who's Who Legal and Law Dragon. Alongside Erik, other Deminor team members have also retained individual recognitions including Chief Investment Officer Charles Demoulin, and Head of Enforcement Alex Marine. In addition, General Counsel Irene Lee (Greater China and South East Asia), and General Counsel David Walker (UK) have also received Chambers and Partners rankings for the first time. Additionally, Deminor Litigation Funding has retained its Band 1 ranking in the Chambers and Partners Ranking for Litigation Support in Europe. The firm has also achieved significant new recognitions across multiple jurisdictions, securing Band 2 for South-East Asia, Band 4 for the UK, and Band 2 for International Arbitration (Global-Wide). This expanded recognition reflects Deminor's evolution from its 1990 founding to a global litigation funding pioneer with 9 international offices spanning 23 jurisdictions. Retaining Band 1 status in Europe whilst securing new rankings across additional jurisdictions demonstrates both the firm's international expansion strategy and exceptional track record. With a diverse team of 19 nationalities speaking 22 languages, Deminor delivers specialised expertise across arbitration, enforcement, intellectual property, competition, investments, tax, and corporate disputes worldwide. Chambers and Partners, renowned for its comprehensive and independent research into the legal market, awarded these rankings following an extensive evaluation process. The assessment examined Deminor's track record of success, the diversity of its investment portfolio, its contribution to advancing the litigation funding industry, and most importantly, direct feedback from clients. In past years, market commentators have noted that 'Deminor is probably the most structured litigation funder in Europe.' Further comments highlighted that 'Deminor have shown a high capacity to handle complex issues, both from a legislative and regulatory perspective, as well as from an operational and management perspective.' Additionally, as Deminor takes pride in its global presence and diverse team, it has also been said, 'Deminor has an impressive portfolio of well-experienced legal experts, financial analysts and litigation strategists. They have people spanning over multiple jurisdictions. This allows them to take on and assess complex international matters.' Erik Bomans, Chief Executive Officer at Deminor, expressed pride in the achievement: 'Retaining our Band 1 ranking in Europe while simultaneously achieving recognition across South-East Asia, the UK, and global arbitration markets represents a defining moment for Deminor and validates our strategy of becoming a truly global litigation funding service provider. What makes this multi-jurisdictional recognition from Chambers and Partners particularly meaningful is that it reflects direct feedback from the clients we serve; their voices carry the greatest weight in these rankings, and their confidence in our ability to handle the most complex matters across diverse legal systems drives everything we do. As we expand internationally, our mission remains unchanged: democratising access to justice by providing the financial backbone that allows meritorious claims to be pursued on a global scale.' Deminor has been instrumental in supporting numerous high-profile and impactful cases, providing financial backing and strategic expertise to clients seeking justice. This recognition by Chambers and Partners not only validates Deminor's approach but also encourages the company to further enhance its services and expand its reach in the litigation funding landscape. About Deminor: Founded in 1990, Deminor is a Band 1 Chambers and Partners international litigation funder with offices in Brussels, London, Hamburg, New York, Hong Kong, Madrid, Milan, Stockholm and Luxembourg. Deminor's name, derived from the French 'défense des minoritaires' (defense of the minorities) reflects its original commitment to the pursuit of good causes and its determination to restore justice for clients. Kevin Matthews Deminor Recovery Services (UK) Ltd email us here Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Associated Press
25-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Shadow SEC Warns of Dangerous Cuts to SEC Budget and Staff
The SEC is facing cuts' due to budget reductions, staff cuts, and a new Executive Order requiring all policy decisions to receive prior approval from the OMB. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 / / -- In Deminor 's latest article, Michael Watson (Senior Legal Counsel) examines the Shadow SEC's March 2025 statement and its implications for market oversight and enforcement capacity. The 'Shadow SEC,' a group of securities law professors, warns that drastic budget cuts and staff reductions are undermining the SEC's ability to effectively police the markets. Weakened regulatory oversight heightens the risk of securities fraud and underscores the need for vigilant enforcement and litigation to protect investors' interests. A group of prominent securities law professors, collectively known as the 'Shadow SEC,' has issued a dire warning about the future of the Securities and Exchange Commission ('SEC') (Shadow SEC Statement No. 2 (March 13, 2025): THE CRISIS DEEPENS AS SEC STAFF AND BUDGET CUTS ARE DIRECTED | CLS Blue Sky Blog). In their latest statement, dated March 13, 2025, Professors John Coates, John C. Coffee, Jr., James D. Cox, Merritt B. Fox, and Joel Seligman express concern that the SEC is facing a 'death by 1,000 cuts' due to severe budget reductions, mandated staff cuts, and a new Executive Order requiring all policy decisions to receive prior approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The professors argue that: 'diminishing the SEC's staff will lead to chaotic financial markets, longer review times for registration statements, and weakened enforcement capabilities.' They highlight past instances where underfunding contributed to devastating economic crises, such as the 2007-2009 collapse that saw millions of jobs lost and household incomes plummet. Additionally, the Shadow SEC points out that the agency's shrinking size comes at a time when it oversees an ever-expanding market that includes over 30,000 registered entities and 16,000 funds. Despite generating more revenue than its operational expenses, the SEC is still being downsized. The professors warn that these cuts may result in higher costs of capital for U.S. issuers and could create a 'race to the bottom' in compliance standards, as unscrupulous actors take advantage of weakened enforcement. When regulators lack the resources to effectively police securities markets, the likelihood of fraud increases, particularly in complex or rapidly evolving areas like cryptocurrency. With diminished oversight, bad actors are more likely to exploit regulatory gaps, leaving investors exposed to heightened risk. This troubling trend underscores the importance of vigilant monitoring and, when necessary, litigation to protect investor interests in an increasingly uncertain environment. Kevin Matthews Deminor Recovery Services (UK) Ltd email us here Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
