Testimonials
Strategic Finance for Law Firms
Here are some testimonials from a few of our clients around the country. Not sure if Advocate Capital, Inc. is right for your firm? See what some of your colleagues think of our service and the impact it has had on their ability to achieve justice on behalf of their clients.
“Advocate Capital has been instrumental in the growth of our personal injury law practice. Instead of fronting tens (or hundreds) of thousands of dollars in one particular case, we are now able to use that money to fund other cases and not have to worry about retaining the proper (expensive) experts, and paying for a critical demonstrative or animation for a jury trial. I highly recommend Advocate Capital.”
“In the catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death cases that our firm handles, you have to spend money to make money. Litigation has become increasingly expensive, and we are often litigating against defendants whose resources dwarf ours. Success often requires hiring the best experts in the country, and they don't come cheap.”
“The last thing we need to be worrying about during the midst of trial is how we're going to afford to pay for the experts and other expenses that are necssary in these types of cases. That's where Advocate Capital comes in. They provide us with the financial wherewithal to take on any defendant, in any type of case, in any forum. We could not do what we do without them.”
“On top of that, their staff is incredibly friendly, helpful and accomodating. Working with them has been a pleasure. Unlike banks with whom we have dealt in the past in order to finance our cases, the people at Advocate "get it." They understand that we are not a typical business with typical cash flow, receivables, etc. and that we require financing that meets our unique needs. They also understand and appreciate the importance of what plaintiff's lawyers around the country do to acheive justice for people and promote the safety of products, workplaces etc. The people at Advocate have become a critical part of our litigation team.”
“We’ve been an Advocate Capital client since 2006 and have been thrilled with the positive impact they’ve had on our firm. We’re able to get even better results for our clients and have been able to grow our practice significantly,” commented Daniel Stark partner, Jonathan Stark. “We’ve referred numerous other law firms to Advocate and will continue to do so.”
“We've been with Advocate Capital for a little over one year. Miller & Ogorchock, S.C. is a two-lawyer personal injury law firm in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. We handle all types of injury cases including all types of vehicle accidents, dental malpractice, insurance bad faith, premises liability and products liability. Financing cases with Advocate Capital is perfect for our law firm, giving us the financial flexibility to aggressively market our business in a very competitive environment. Advocate Capital's customer service is outstanding– it's a very user-friendly program.”
“We always want to get the best results for our clients. We never want to be sitting in a mediation thinking about our own financial issues. It is the client's best interests that matter. Our firm has been happily dealing with Advocate for years. Our relationship with Advocate allows us to set aside stress and not worry about handling case costs, and keeps our focus on what really matters -- presenting the client's story the best that we can, even when there are substantial costs required to do so.”
Sam McGee, Jackson & McGee, LLP
“Advocate Capital is great. Funds are provided quickly. The paperwork is minimal. The staff is friendly and competent. Thanks to Advocate, we have been able to increase our marketing budget and explode the growth of our firm.”
Michael Cowen, President of The Cowen Law Group
“Many thanks to Advocate Capital for always going above and beyond. We first sought advance funding from Advocate Capital 10 years ago, and our experience with them has been nothing short of wonderful since the beginning of our business relationship. Advocate Capital has exceeded expectations in every phase of our transactions, and the financing is always accomplished seamlessly and professionally.
They are in tune with the needs of our company and handle the sensitive matter of our firm´s confidential and financial information with the utmost respect. Advocate Capital is by far the most efficient and professional funding company that is out there. If you are looking for a company that truly cares about how your business needs are handled, you need look no further than Advocate Capital. ”
Deb Gracey & Todd Trucks, Jay Trucks & Associates, P.C.
“In the short amount of time we have been with Advocate Capital, we have noticed a definite improvement in our cash flow. The thousands of dollars that used to be tied up in case expenses is essentially history. Advocate´s funding process is simple, flexible and fast, and their representatives are always quick to respond, courteous and knowledgeable. Thank you Advocate for making my job easier!”
Tatiana Garcia, Practice Manager for Hull & Chandler, P.A.
“I cannot overstate the importance of Advocate Capital to our practice and to any similar practice that helps injured individuals seeking justice. Obviously, Advocate Capital provides small firms like ours with the financial capacity to level the playing field with large corporations and insurance companies. The freedom and security derived from this benefit, alone, justifies our long relationship with this fine company. What was not as obvious were the added benefits of having a team of experienced business people who commit themselves to helping your practice succeed, who honestly understand the challenges facing small firms that operate on contingency fees, and who make themselves readily available to discuss your needs and find solutions. Choosing to work with Advocate Capital was the best business decision we made since starting our practice. ”
C. Cooper Knowles, Partner, Andrews, Knowles & Princenthal, LLC
“ Advocate Capital has contributed to our firm’s growth and success by providing funding to finance our personal injury and class action cases. The funding request process is simple and we enjoy the ease of the client site to manage our case balances. We are confident that every encounter with Advocate Capital will be handled with the upmost professionalism and expedited service.”
“In 1996, we filed a class action lawsuit against the State of Utah (Houghton v. Dept of Health). It has been described by many as Utah’s Bleak House, a reference to Charles Dickens novel about a long, protracted legal battle. We carried the costs of this for many years on our own. In 2005, we heard about Advocate Capital and were able to fund the costs for this case allowing us to use our own resources to do what we do best, providing justice for those unable to fight these battles by themselves. Even though the Houghton case is winding up, Advocate Capital is there for us whenever we need their help. It has truly been a lifesaver.”
"Advocate Capital has helped us achieve the highest possible recovery for our clients. They have helped alleviate the financial pressures of the case so that we can focus on the litigation and on obtaining the highest possible settlement or verdict. Advocate Capital has made the funding request simple, flexible and always responds quickly to our needs."
"Advocate Capital has provided my law firm the required capital to stand up and fight for justice everyday!"
"Advocate Capital has enabled me to grow my practice by providing me with the necessary funding to finance the prosecution of my clients personal injury cases. I find their staff helpful, professional and efficient, all of which helps me closely monitor my clients cases."
"Advocate Capital’s legal and ethical funding for plaintiff’s cases has been an essential part of our practice for over seven years. The simplified and logical funding documents for each individual case is second to none and always gives us the confidence to continue funding with Advocate Capital. I would highly recommend Advocate Capital to any serious law firms interested in serious relationships."
Marcus A. Mancini, President, Mancini & Associates
"As a customer of Advocate Capital, Inc., my partners and I have the peace of mind of knowing that we have an experienced financial partner that is dedicated to helping us serve our clients. We consider them to be a key part of our success formula."
"Advocate Capital has been a vital partner to our firm and we appreciate the level of service they provide. Our experience with Advocate Capital is always positive as they have our firm's best interest in mind and understand the nature of our firm's business cycle. This knowledge and understanding is what sets them apart from their competition, in addition, to the excellent management of Advocate Capital internally. The strength of the company makes Advocate Capital an excellent partner to achieve long-term business goals and has allowed us to grow a business relationship we hope to continue for many more years to come.
In the difficult business climate we find ourselves in, it is a relief to know there is a company that one can turn to assist in funding the endeavors of my firm. A majority of lending institutions are reducing access to vital business capital, with the exception of Advocate Capital. They extended our credit line to allow us to have our best year on record. Thank you for your continued support. "
Christian Scranton, Scranton Law Firm
"I have had nothing but good experiences with Advocate Capital. The application process and renewal process is a quick and easy process. It is very simple to obtain additional cash flow or place client expenses on the line of credit. The direct deposition of any advances saves me a great deal of time from having to go to the bank to deposit the check. The customer service is excellent, I can always get someone who is familiar with our firm and even if my regular representative is not available, I can always find someone willing to help. Thanks for everything you do to make my life easier Advocate Capital. "
Ken Shigley, Chambers, Aholt & Rickard, LLP
"I have been with Advocate Capital since 2006. My relationship with Advocate Capital has allowed me to pursue the goal of my practice - representing injured victims and their families to seek compensation for their loss. In representing injured victims and their families, many times plaintiff lawyers feel like David going up against Goliath. Advocate Capital helps plaintiff lawyers "even the playing field" and allow our clients their "day in court".
We have been extremely pleased with our professional relationship with Advocate. They are very easy to work with; every member of their staff that we have been in contact with have been professional and cordial. I hope to continue our relationship for many years."
Brian Benner, Benner and Foran
"Ok, you’re a plaintiff’s lawyer and you know you have to obtain clients and, once obtained, you have to prosecute the client’s claims. Part of this relies on your hard work and experience. Part of it relies on your wallet because you have to pay for the costs of your efforts in prosecuting the case. You’re taking all of the risk and regular banks have no clue what a contingent liability is. You want to charge interest on the costs to the client but you do not have the infrastructure or personnel to do it because it is too costly and the banks won’t do it. So what do you do, just pay the cost and eat the time that your money is in the case? No, you use Advocate Capital who understands contingency work and understands trial lawyers, especially plaintiff’s trial lawyers. You will find that they are actually enjoyable to work with. You now sleep at night knowing your ability to fund your cases has been handled. Get on with being a lawyer and not a banker!"
Lance Sears, Sears and Swanson
"Advocate Capital has been instrumental in the success of our firm. Their firm has been very professional and helpful to our law practice. They are experienced and knowledgeable concerning plaintiff attorney needs."
Reed Morgan, President, S. Reed Morgan, P.C
"We have been with Advocate for about ten years. We have a line of credit and expense financing. Advocate has always been cooperative and accommodating to our needs. This has allowed us to do a better job on our cases by hiring the right experts and going the distance on our cases. It also has resulted in greater gross revenues for the firm. I recommend Advocate to any personal injury firm."
Rocky Walton, President, Law Firm of Roger “Rocky” Walton, P.C
"I have relied on Advocate Capital for the past six years. As a sole practitioner specializing in medical malpractice, costs can be burdensome. Advocate Capital has enabled me to be competitive with multi-attorney firms and yet still give each case my personal attention. Their staff is prompt and professional in every way."
Kip Sinclair, President, Sinclair Law Offices
"Advocate Capital is a true partner in our firm’s quest to provide justice to our clients. With Advocate as our partner, we can afford even the most costly battles. We’re happy to have Advocate in our foxhole."
Angel Reyes, Managing Partner, Reyes Bartolomei Browne
"Advocate Capital has allowed our firm to be able to successfully represent hundreds of clients and in turn our office has grown from one small office to three offices throughout the State of California. None of this would have been possible without Advocate Capital’s assistance. As long as we’re in practice, Advocate Capital will be an integral part of our team."
Chris Gordon, Partner, Child & Gordon
"I have been with Advocate Capital since December, 2003. The service has been outstanding. As a result of Advocate Capital support I have been able, as a sole practitioner, to handle cases with recoveries in excess of $1 million. Without Advocate Capital this would not have been possible. They have acted as a true partner in growing my personal injury practice."
George Fusner, Law Offices of George Fusner
"Our firm has been working with Advocate Capital for over a year. We are extremely pleased with how they have been able to help our firm. Advocate Capital has been very easy to work with and very professional. We consider this a long term relationship."
Peter M. Steinberg, Steinberg & Spencer Injury Attorneys
"I am very satisfied with the services of Advocate Capital. They have assisted me in maintaining a profitable practice by providing the capital necessary; and the employees have always been very helpful and pleasant to work with."
Harold Resnic, Law Offices of Harold I. Resnic
"Advocate has been a very important asset in our firm’s success. The flexibility and access to funds has been instrumental in allowing us to pursue cases that are cost intensive and long term in nature. I would recommend Advocate to firms large and small who are looking for a good partner to assist with its financial needs."
John McElyea, John H. McElyea, P.A
"With many of our cases stretching out 2 to 3 years and averaging 8 months, Advocate Capital has been a necessary step in our firm’s winning process.
Retaining experts, taking depositions, etc all adds up, but with Advocate, the money is always available to invest into winning our clients cases.
The staff is second to none. Every time we have a need, question, or concern Advocate is there. Tina Burns specifically has been great to us, and is a pleasure to speak to on the phone. Advocate Capital lets us focus on winning cases, not worrying about copy costs."
Robert Bunch, Bunch & James - Attorneys at Law
"We have been using Advocate Capital's services for several years. Advocate Capital has helped us fund client case cost and working capital when needed. They have been very professional and great to work with. They make the process very easy and have always been willing to help meet the needs of our firm. We can heartily recommend Advocate Capital to anyone in need of financing their client costs."
Ned Siegfried, Mitch Jensen, Siegfried & Jensen
