Chief Investment Officer

Chief Investment Officer – Litigation Finance & Law Firm M&ACompany: Pravati Capital & 1787 Legal GroupLocation: Scottsdale, AZCompensation: Equity position available; cash structure discussed with finalistsAbout Pravati CapitalPravati Capital is a leading litigation finance firm providing capital solutions to law firms and plaintiffs nationwide. We focus on innovative law‑firm lending and trial funding structures that help attorneys pursue meritorious cases while managing risk and cash flow.About 1787 Legal Group1787 Legal Group is a national alternative business structure law firm focused on complex litigation, trial finance, and strategic mergers and acquisitions of law firms across the United States. We partner with investors, attorneys, and law‑firm leaders to design innovative structures that align capital with high‑quality legal outcomes.Position OverviewWe are seeking a Chief Investment Officer to build and lead our investment function across litigation finance and law firm M&A. Reporting to the CEO, this executive will own investment strategy, portfolio construction, and risk management for a growing, national platform.The CIO will work closely with firm leadership and partner law firms to originate, underwrite, and manage a portfolio of litigation related investments and strategic acquisitions.Key Responsibilities• Design and execute the firm’s overall investment strategy for litigation finance and law‑firm M&A, aligned with Pravati Capital and 1787 Legal Group’s growth objectives and risk appetite.• Lead underwriting, structuring, and pricing of litigation finance opportunities, including case‑level and portfolio‑level analysis, scenario modeling, and outcome‑probability assessments.• Oversee sourcing, evaluation, and execution of mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions involving law firms or legal services businesses, in collaboration with legal, finance, and operations teams.• Build and manage a diversified portfolio, monitoring performance, risk exposures, concentration, and liquidity, and adjust strategy in response to market and portfolio dynamics.• Establish and maintain robust risk‑management frameworks, investment policies, and committee processes, ensuring disciplined decision‑making and documentation.• Chair or play a leading role in the Investment Committee, presenting opportunities, recommendations, and post‑investment performance updates.• Develop and mentor a high‑performing team of analysts and investment professionals; select and manage external managers, advisors, and co‑investment partners as needed.• Collaborate with compliance and outside counsel to ensure adherence to applicable SEC and ABS regulations, securities laws, and law‑firm professional‑responsibility obligations.• Represent 1787 Legal Group with key external stakeholders, including investors, partner law firms, borrowers, and strategic acquirers.What We Are Looking For• 5+ years of experience in litigation finance, law‑firm lending, private credit, or closely related alternative investments.• Proven track record sourcing, structuring, and closing credit or funding deals with professional‑services or law‑firm counterparties.• Strong credit judgment, financial modeling, and portfolio‑management skills.• Ability to work directly with founders, partners, and investors in a fast‑moving environment.• No specific degree required; we care about demonstrated results and judgment.Opportunity• Senior seat leading the investment function across both Pravati Capital and 1787 Legal Group.• Meaningful equity position, with the chance to grow alongside a national platform in litigation finance and law‑firm lending.