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Our FAQ has been carefully selected to answer some of our clients most important questions. Has a question you still need answers to? Get in touch and our expert team will give you all the information you need.

Q: Who makes the investment/assignment decisions?

A:  We have a technology driven internal process, together with our Board Members and Credit Committee – which allows us to make decisions quickly.  

Q: How does the insolvency claim funding process work?

A:  We carry out due diligence on the insolvency claim.  Upon acceptance, we issue the IP with an Offer of Assignment.  This generally happens within 3-7 days of receiving the application on our technology platform, ‘Note’.  

Q: How long does it take to get an answer on a possible insolvency case assignment?

A:  We can response in as little as 24 hours, however most cases can take up to 3-7 days – subject to the availability of information. 

Q: What is ‘Note’ and how can I register?

A:  Note is our proprietary online technology platform, which serves as a centralized platform for insolvency practitioners to apply, view and update on all case matters from a singular platform which can be accessed from a desktop or smart phone.

Q: What is the minimum claim quantum that would be considered?

A:  Typically, we can look at claim sizes of £50,000 upwards.  For a portfolio assignment, we can look at smaller claim sizes.

Q: Do we only offer Assignments for insolvency cases?

A:  Our investment mandate is focused around assignment of claims, rather than funding.  However, if a compelling opportunity presents itself for stand-alone funding – we can present this to our Credit Committee for approval.  This process can take between 7-10 days.  

Q: What law firms are used when a case is Assigned to Acapella?

A:  We work with ‘Tier 1’ insolvency litigation law firms, who are our panel law firms.

Q: How can I use a law firm which is not currently on your panel?

A: Please contact us.  We are always interested in meeting with new law firms specializing in insolvency.

Q: Do you always take out After-The-Event insurance for all insolvency litigation matters?

A:  It largely depends on the case and horizon on the claim.  As we are a fairly new establishment, an ATE policy serves well as security for costs issues (should they arise).  

Q: What is the percentage of recoveries shared with the insolvency practitioner?

A:  This is negotiated on a case-by-case basis, subject to the merits of the claim and investigative works required. 

Q: What track record does Acapella have in the insolvency litigation arena?

A:  Our management team and board of directors have over 50 years’ experience in insolvency litigation.  This ranges from insolvency practitioners’, lawyers and litigation funding managers – all of whom have specific insolvency related experience and track records. 

Q: Who are Acapella financially supported by?

A:  We have a credit facility backed by institutional capital and funds of funds which give us the flexibility and depth to work with a broad range of IPs.  We have completed autonomy over how the capital is deployed within the insolvency claims arena.  

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