WinJustice Highlights the Role of Litigation Funding at World Lawyers Forum 2025

On January 27, 2025, WinJustice’s Managing Partner, Obaid Bin Mes’har (LLB, MBA, FCIArb), participated in a high-level panel at the World Lawyers Forum 2025. The session, titled “Global Legal Trends and Their Impact on Lawyers”, brought together legal experts from around the world to explore the future of legal practice. Mr. Bin Mes’har contributed a focused discussion on litigation funding and its growing importance in ensuring fair access to justice.

Addressing the Cost Barrier in Legal Systems

In many jurisdictions, the cost of litigation continues to prevent individuals and businesses from pursuing valid claims. During his remarks, Mr. Bin Mes’har emphasized the pressing need to address this issue through innovative financial mechanisms. Litigation funding, he noted, has become a practical solution to the rising costs associated with legal proceedings.

This funding model allows claimants to move forward with litigation without the burden of upfront legal expenses. Instead, a third-party funder provides financial support in return for a portion of any recovered amount, payable only if the case succeeds. This structure shifts risk away from the claimant, allowing justice to proceed on the merits of a case, not on financial strength.

Enhancing Case Management and Legal Integrity

Litigation funding not only supports access to justice, but also enhances the integrity of legal proceedings. Mr. Bin Mes’har explained that legal professionals often come across strong claims that are abandoned due to financial limitations. By removing this obstacle, litigation funding allows lawyers to assess cases based on legal merit rather than a client’s financial capacity.

This approach contributes to a more balanced legal process. It ensures that well-funded opponents cannot rely solely on financial superiority to outlast or outmaneuver less wealthy claimants. Instead, it levels the playing field and promotes outcomes based on fairness, accountability, and legal argument.

WinJustice: Pioneering Litigation Funding in the UAE

As the first dedicated litigation funding firm in the UAE, WinJustice is actively leading the industry in this space. The firm provides comprehensive litigation financing solutions, including funding for legal fees, court costs, and expert consultations.

WinJustice follows a risk-mitigation model, where clients are only required to repay if their case is successful. The firm partners with legal practitioners to strengthen funded cases, all while maintaining full transparency and compliance with UAE regulations. Ethical considerations and responsible funding practices are central to WinJustice’s operations.

A Voice in Global Legal Reform

WinJustice’s presence at the World Lawyers Forum underlines its role not just as a funder, but as a contributor to international legal discourse. By participating in conversations around global legal trends, WinJustice is shaping how litigation funding is understood and implemented in emerging markets, particularly in the Middle East.

Through this engagement, the firm reinforces its commitment to enhancing access to justice and empowering both clients and legal professionals with practical tools to pursue their rights.

Conclusion

The World Lawyers Forum 2025 provided a global stage for legal innovators, and WinJustice made a significant impact by spotlighting the transformative potential of litigation funding. As this field continues to grow in importance, WinJustice remains at the forefront of building a more equitable and accessible legal system for all.