Balancing Cash Flow and Case Strategy
In an era where contingency-fee law firms face mounting pressure to balance cash flow with case strategy, our Co-Founder and President, Bo Moss, offers a fresh perspective. In his Legal Funding Journal conversation, Bo breaks down how Bridgehead’s mission, “Freedom Through Funding”, is more than a slogan. It’s a partnership mindset that empowers firms to pursue meritorious cases without compromise. Below, we distill the exclusive takeaways and actionable insights every plaintiff firm needs to know.
“Freedom Through Funding isn’t just a catchy phrase for us; it’s the core of how we do business. As former litigators ourselves, we see every client relationship as a real partnership…”
— Bo Moss, President, Bridgehead Legal Capital
Partnership-Driven Capital
At Bridgehead, capital is never a one-and-done transaction. It’s the foundation for long-term growth. By leveraging years of courtroom experience, Bridgehead designs every engagement around your firm’s strategic goals:
Key Advantages of Bridge Financing for Plaintiff Law Firms
✔ Smart Advice – Beyond dollars, Bridgehead shares insights on case selection, portfolio management, and growth strategies. Their litigator-led team can pinpoint which cases to accelerate and which deserve extra resources.
✔ Greater Control – With predictable funding in place, firms can resist early settlement pressures, secure top-tier experts, and adopt advanced litigation technology.
✔ Portfolio Management – A collaborative review of your entire case pipeline uncovers hidden opportunities to leverage existing assets for future growth.
Embedding capital within a partnership framework means you’re never alone. Bridgehead acts as an extension of your executive team.
Underwriting Differently
Traditional lenders often shy away from contingency portfolios, seeing uncertainty where Bridgehead sees opportunity. Their underwriting edge comes from:
- Litigator-Led Due Diligence
“Since many on our team, including founders, are former litigators, we inherently understand case merits, legal strategy, and the practicalities of litigation. We analyze legal strengths, attorney experience, jurisdiction, and potential settlement ranges, letting us accurately evaluate the true value of a portfolio where others might only see uncertainty.” - Proprietary Valuation Models
Sophisticated algorithms factor in case type, complexity, jurisdictional nuances, and historical recovery data, ensuring you unlock the full value of your pipeline. - Diversification Analysis
By assessing the mix of case types, stages, and estimated recoveries, Bridgehead can offer more substantial funding amounts with confidence. - Relationship-Based Assessment
Beyond numbers, Bridgehead evaluates your firm’s operational efficiency and strategic vision, ensuring a holistic credit profile that traditional banks can’t match.
This unique blend of legal insight and financial rigor positions Bridgehead as a leader in litigation funding best practices.
Tailored Solutions for Every Firm
No two law firms are alike, so neither are Bridgehead’s lending products. They guide you through a collaborative process to select the ideal structure:
| Product | Best For | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio Loans | Firms with a steady stream of contingent cases | General operations, new client acquisition, and marketing |
| Asset Purchase Loans | Firms with one or more high-value, well-developed matters | Significant trial costs, expert witnesses, and technology |
| Start-Up Loans | New firms building a case pipeline | Office setup, initial marketing, and overhead |
| Growth Loans | Established firms scaling into new practice areas | M&A, team expansion, and strategic initiatives |
“Our quick approval process and getting funds to you within two weeks really comes down to our specialized focus and streamlined operations.”
— Bo Moss, President, Bridgehead Legal Capital
By mapping your goals, risk tolerance, and future cash flow projections, Bridgehead ensures that the chosen funding path aligns with your firm’s unique business model.
Speed & Efficiency
Time kills cases and opportunities. Bridgehead’s streamlined process cuts through bureaucracy:
- Focused Expertise
Specializing exclusively in law-firm financing allows underwriters to move swiftly, without requiring external approvals. - Lean Due Diligence
A tight checklist zeroes in on critical documents, including 2–3 years of financial records and a detailed active-case inventory (type, stage, value, and expenses). - Agile Decision-Making
As a private lender, Bridgehead bypasses layered committees, delivering decisions and funding in as little as two weeks.
Tips for a Rapid Funding Experience
- Be Organized: Pre-assemble financial statements and a clear case list.
- Define Needs Clearly: Know your exact funding requirements and intended uses.
- Designate a Point Person: Having one primary contact streamlines communication.
- Stay Responsive: Quick replies to information requests keep timelines on track.
Read the Full Interview
For Bo’s complete insights, head to Legal Funding Journal:
👉 An LFJ Conversation with Bo Moss, President of Bridgehead Legal Capital