Episode 34: New Opportunities in Contingent Risk

Bryan and Gena are joined by Jason Bertoldi, Head of Contingent Risk Solutions, WTW, for a discussion on new opportunities in contingent risk, including how law firms and plaintiff side litigation can benefit from this transactional risk solution. Topics discussed include: • How Jason’s background as a litigator at a major law firm and an analyst in litigation funding prepared him for his current role at WTW • A brief history of contingent risk policies • The difference between using contingent risk in the context of a deal versus a stand-alone basis • How to best utilize contingent risk policies in today’s litigation environment • Why contingent risk policies can transform plaintiff side litigation from a liability to an asset • How contingent risk policies can put law firms in the driver seat for lower costs of capital funding • What insurers need from the insured in order to underwrite contingent risk policies • Why you should play blackjack with Jason if you spot him at a casino