States File Lawsuit to Block Biden’s Student-Loan Repayment Plan, Citing Constitutional Concerns and Revenue Loss for Loan Servicer

Jefferson City, Missouri – Missouri’s Attorney General, Andrew Bailey, has led six other GOP states in filing a lawsuit to block President Joe Biden’s new student-loan repayment plan. The lawsuit argues that the SAVE income-driven repayment plan, established in July 2023, is unconstitutional and defies a Supreme Court decision that previously blocked Biden’s attempt at broad debt relief. This is the second lawsuit filed so far to block the student-loan repayment plan. The lawsuit specifically takes issue with the early implementation of a provision of the SAVE plan by the Education Department in February. The … Read more

Counsel Financial Strengthens Litigation Finance and Loan Servicing Capabilities with New Managing Director, Nicholas D’Aquilla

Albany, New York – Counsel Financial, a leading provider of litigation finance and loan servicing solutions, has announced the appointment of Nicholas D’Aquilla as the new Managing Director. This strategic move aims to strengthen the company’s capabilities in the mass tort industry. D’Aquilla, with over a decade of experience in the field and a background as a civil defense litigator for the Louisiana Department of Justice, brings a wealth of knowledge and a track record of success to the Counsel Financial leadership team. D’Aquilla has established himself as a prominent figure in administering complex settlements, … Read more

Counsel Financial Strengthens Litigation Finance and Loan Servicing Capabilities with Strategic Leadership Appointment

BATON ROUGE, LA – Counsel Financial has made a strategic leadership appointment to fortify its litigation finance and loan servicing capabilities. Nicholas (Nick) D’Aquilla, Esq. joins the team as the new Managing Director, bringing with him a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the mass tort industry. D’Aquilla’s appointment is expected to enhance the company’s offerings and contribute to its continued growth. With over a decade of experience in the mass tort sector, D’Aquilla has played a vital role in administering complex settlements, totaling more than $20 billion. He has been involved in resolving more … Read more