Foley & Lardner Accused of Malpractice in GWG Holdings Deals

Sept. 30, 2024, 7:27 PM UTC

Foley & Lardner LLP allegedly committed malpractice when it facilitated a loan and equity purchases that were unfair to its client, a litigation trustee tasked with pursuing claims said.

Foley allegedly failed to live up to the fiduciary duty it owed to GWG Holdings Inc. when it advised on transactions worth $154 million that enriched Beneficient Co. Group LP, part of a controlling shareholder group of GWG. The suit is being pursued by a litigation trustee created through GWG’s bankruptcy to pursue claims on behalf of GWG’s estate.

“Foley’s misconduct encompassed a disturbing combination of incompetence, willingness to overlook flagrant ...

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