The success story of FORIS started with an innovation in 1998: the invention of commercial litigation funding. A lot has happened since then. Learn more about our structure and development.
The FORIS AG is a publicly traded stock corporation. The majority of shares is held by private investors. We have no parent corporation and are thereby the largest German independent litigation funder. Working with the market leader has several advantages: firstly, due to our independence, there are absolutely no conflicts of interest; we do not have to be concerned about the interests of a parent corporation. Secondly, for us, it is irrelevant who you are up against, and we will not back down from financially stronger opponents. We decide and direct on the basis of one criteria only: what is best for your case.
Our team – your support: collaboration with our employees is based on trust and partnership, and we are there for you with our knowledge and experience. Are you looking for a contact person? You will find the right one here.
FORIS was incorporated in 1996. We invented commercial litigation funding in 1998 and have been establishing it as a successful instrument in the German speaking world. This was a revolution, because since then claimants have been able to enforce their claims without risking their own cash.
After our stock was publicly offered and traded (IPO) in 1999, we expanded and broadened our services by founding several daughter companies offering many different legal services. In 2016, we bundled these services and are offering them under the name of FORIS. Now our customers receive all of our services and products from a single source.
FORIS legal financial services aim to make you independent, free up your time and provide you with valuable security, thereby expanding your reach, independence and range of options.
As a legal-financial services provider, we can look back at many years of experience. Our customers value us as a reliable partner who combines legal expertise with financial and economic know-how. We base all of our decisions on our due diligence of the facts and the legal basis of the cases. Our case assessments are carried out purely based on objective and plausible reasoning. This is part of our independence.
For us, freedom – also economical – is the foundation for entrepreneurial success. With our performance and products we expand your reach. This allows you to keep your independence and range of options, regardless if you just employ us to enforce your rights, use our monetisation or just want to acquire a shelf company from us. With our assistance, you can again focus on what really matters most to you and clear your head for new ideas and challenges.
FORIS AG is a premium service provider in the legal market. This is why it is our desire and obligation to act with legal and moral integrity at all times. In our work, we respect the law, even if we are unhappy with it. We do not conduct business activities in which we take advantage of our business partners. We do not pay or receive any hidden commissions. All agreements are open and transparent. We also ensure that our services are not used or exploited unlawfully for legally dubious actions. We categorically reject any requests of this kind.
We offer high-quality services and products. We cooperate closely with our clients, base our activities on their needs and provide them with the best service.
We place emphasis on an adequate and professional appearance in all business-related activities. Our position vis-à-vis our shareholders, clients, suppliers and colleagues, and even our competitors and opponents is also based on the core values of integrity, responsibility and respect for the individual. With this in mind, we handle personal and factual problems separately.
We promote and demand the personal initiative and commitment of our employees who take on responsibility for their actions as colleagues. We recognise the need for action and independently pursue business goals and objectives. Our executives give employees the appropriate freedom for this. We apply our skills specifically and take part in continuous professional development on our own initiative.
We value our clients and colleagues and deal with each other in an open and honest manner. We practice direct communication within the company, independent of any hierarchical structures. We maintain an open exchange of ideas and opinions and share information transparently. Any factual and constructive criticism is encouraged. We understand such criticism is not a statement about the person or our position but as room for improvement.
We recognise performance and respect the positions of others. If we consider the opinion of another party to be incorrect, we do not obstruct but rather address the problem and seek a solution in negotiations. If necessary, we may also break off the legal process.
We tell the truth in any situation. We speak a clear language and do not hide behind phrases and ambiguities. If we have nothing to say, we remain silent. We identify errors, we analyse the source of the error objectively and constructively, limit the damages and take measures to avoid repetitions.
In the case of conflicts of interest with our clients and partners, we do not accept any personal or financial benefits (e.g., gifts, favours, invitations to meals, events or trips). We strictly separate the employee’s private interests from the interests of the company. The Board of Directors and supervisors help employees in unclear situations of conflict with support and advice.
Confidential information about our company (insider information) and our client will not be disclosed to third parties and not used for personal purposes. We take precautions to ensure that unauthorised persons do not have access to such information. We deal responsibly with company property.
We see change as a challenge and an opportunity and promote any new ideas from our employees. The executives make quick, clear and binding decisions based on reasonable information.
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