Press Release
09/04/25
For Immediate Release
Litigation finance leader, Nera Capital, has reinforced its executive team with the appointment of legal heavyweight James Benson as General Counsel, marking a significant milestone in the firm’s expansion.
Benson, an Oxford-educated solicitor with a formidable track record in banking and financial law, brings decades of expertise to the role.
His career includes key positions at Gately PLC and most recently, Handelsbanken, where he served as Head of Legal, shaping complex financial strategies and high-stakes legal frameworks.
James said: "Joining Nera Capital is an incredible opportunity, and I look forward to leveraging my experience to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions for our clients.
"In my profession, I’ve seen firsthand how strategic legal funding can unlock access to justice. At Nera Capital, I’m excited to play a key role in making that happen on a larger scale.
"Litigation finance is more than numbers - it’s about people, access to justice, and creating opportunities where they’re needed most. I am excited to bring my expertise to Nera Capital and work alongside a team that shares this vision.”
He continued: "Nera Capital stands at the forefront of the sector, and I’m honoured to be part of such a dynamic team. Together, we will continue to set new standards in the industry."
During his career, James has become an expert in navigating financial services, developing tailored specialisms including loan arrangements, deal structuring, fixed and floating security and intercreditor agreements.
The new hire is the latest in a series of milestones for Nera, who last month surpassed $100 million in investor returns within 28 months, thereby firmly establishing itself as a leading light in the legal finance sector.
The company has numerous other legal and financial successes under its belt, including funding a plethora of highly successful cases across the globe.
Director of Nera Capital Aisling Byrne highlighted that she was pleased and honoured to welcome James to the management team.
“James’ depth of experience in both legal and financial services makes him an invaluable addition to our leadership team as we continue to drive innovation in litigation finance,” she said.
"Not only is he an accomplished legal mind, but he also brings deep insight and a strong track record from his previous roles. His experience and leadership will be invaluable as we continue to grow and shape the future of legal funding together.
"At Nera Capital, we are committed to delivering financial solutions that make a real impact. With the latest addition to our team, we are even better positioned to continue leading the way in the industry."
(ENDS)
About Nera Capital
· Established in 2011, Nera Capital is a specialist funding provider to law firms.
· Provides Law Firm Lend funding across diverse claim portfolios in both the Consumer and Commercial sector.
· Headquartered in Dublin, the firm also has offices in Manchester and Holland.
· Member of European Litigation Funders Association