PLANO, TX — December 5, 2025 — Express Legal Funding, a national leader in transparent and consumer-focused legal funding, has been named the Best Pre-Settlement Funding Company by the Legal Funders for Actually Fair Funding (LFAFF). This prestigious designation recognizes Express Legal Funding as the top provider of pre-settlement funding, lawsuit cash advances, and non-recourse legal funding solutions in the United States.
LFAFF's annual review evaluates legal funding companies based on pricing transparency, regulatory compliance, contract clarity, customer experience, and attorney feedback. Express Legal Funding earned the highest overall score, outperforming competitors in every major category.
"We are honored to be recognized as the best pre-settlement funding company in the nation," said Aaron Winston, Strategy Director at Express Legal Funding. "Our company was built on the belief that legal funding should be fair, affordable, and easy to understand. This award reinforces our commitment to raising industry standards and supporting plaintiffs with transparent, low-cost funding options."
A major factor in this year's award was the Express Legal Funding Portal, the company's proprietary platform that allows attorneys and clients to securely manage documents, track contract terms, and streamline communication throughout the funding process. The Portal enhances application and underwriting efficiency, reducing delays—key elements praised in the LFAFF evaluation.
"This award reflects our team's dedication to innovation and fairness," said Shawn Hashmi, CEO of Express Legal Funding. "The Express Legal Funding Portal and our commitment to non-recourse, consumer-friendly pricing help plaintiffs access financial support without unreasonable risks. We are proud to lead the industry toward more transparent practices."
Express Legal Funding continues to expand its national footprint while championing ethical standards in the legal funding sector. As more plaintiffs face rising living expenses and prolonged litigation timelines, the company's low-cost funding model offers a critical lifeline for individuals awaiting fair compensation.
About LFAFF
The Legal Funders for Actually Fair Funding (LFAFF) is an organization dedicated to promoting fairness, transparency, and best practices in the consumer legal funding industry. Each year, LFAFF recognizes leading companies that demonstrate exceptional compliance standards, ethical funding structures, and outstanding client service.