Stuart was joined by three leading experts in construction dispute resolution to discuss Dispute funding.
A few years ago, litigation funding was the talk of the town, with funders seemingly springing up everywhere. Firms were keen to help resolve disputes by supporting funding on the basis of a careful risk analysis. Is that still the case now? How do different forums in different countries respond to funded disputes? What are the key risks and considerations and what are the benefits and drawbacks?
Andrew Roberts of Omni Bridgeway
Andrew Roberts is an Investment Manager at Omni Bridgeway’s London office, specialising in originating, due diligence, and monitoring funded arbitration and litigation cases across EMEA, with a focus on global infrastructure and energy sectors. Previously Head of Construction & Energy at a major litigation funder, he was also a construction disputes lawyer at Akin Gump and Pinsent Masons. Andrew has extensive experience in arbitration, litigation, adjudications, mediations, and project advisory work across multiple jurisdictions, and is qualified as a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand, holding an LLB and BA from Victoria University of Wellington.
Khushboo Shadhadpuri of Al Tamimi & Co
Khushboo is a Partner at Al Tamimi & Company specializing in international dispute resolution and arbitration, dual-qualified in Singapore and New York. She focuses on complex construction, infrastructure, energy, financial, joint venture, and real estate arbitrations under major rules such as ICC, SIAC, LCIA, and UNCITRAL. Recognized as a leading expert in construction disputes, Khushboo regularly advises on multi-party, high-value cases, collaborating with experts and counsel worldwide. She is active in key arbitration organizations, publishes extensively, and serves as an arbitrator in commercial and construction matters.
Sobiya Ameen, Dispute Resolution Lawyer
Sobiya Ameen is a skilled dispute resolution lawyer with expertise across taxation, blockchain law, corporate governance, and company law. She advises on complex tax strategies, smart contracts, digital assets, and regulatory compliance, while also handling mergers, acquisitions, and corporate governance. Her primary focus is International Commercial Arbitration, where she combines market-standard practices with in-depth knowledge of CISG to provide efficient dispute resolution and protect clients’ commercial interests..
In May 2025, Stuart hosted a panel of construction and legal experts to explore the latest developments in dispute funding. The session looked into the growing role of third-party funding in construction arbitration and litigation across key regions.
We covered important topics such as the evolving funding landscape, the impact of regional legal frameworks, and practical challenges faced by claimants seeking financing for construction disputes. The panel shared their perspectives on:
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How dispute funding is becoming a mainstream risk management tool in high-value construction claims
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The slower dispute resolution mechanisms in India and their effect on funding options
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The relatively less expensive evaluation phase in Indian disputes compared to UAE and Singapore
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The influence of financial status and insolvency risks on funding decisions
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Regulatory and cultural factors shaping third-party funding adoption in the Middle East, including Sharia compliance considerations
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The importance of funders’ understanding of construction disputes to secure client confidence and competitive pricing
This in-depth conversation highlighted that while dispute funding is increasingly accepted worldwide, awareness and education remain crucial to expand its use, especially among smaller contractors, in-house legal teams, and emerging markets.
A big thank you to our amazing panel, and do tune into the next episode of ConstructionCast which will be coming very soon!