Fairfax Associates brings together the skills of highly experienced professional services consultants with particular expertise in law firms. Our Principals have advised professional firms since the 1980s and combine high-level strategic and analytical thinking with a profound understanding of professional firms and the way in which professionals are managed.
We work with the support of a number of researchers and analysts and we shape our team according to the demands of the engagement and our client’s internal resources.
Featured Insights
What Really Differentiates Law Firms?
Many law firms are focused on differentiating themselves from competitors. But what separates one firm from another in the eyes ...
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Taking the Long View
Following the recent release of public reports on law firm financial performance, it is easy to become preoccupied with year-over-year ...
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Organizing by Industry
In an effort to better align services with client needs and differentiate the firm from competitors, many law firms have ...
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News & Events
Press Releases
Report Finds Steady Pace Continuing for Law Firm Mergers
Lisa Smith is quoted. | An analysis by Fairfax Associates found that the U.S. law firm merger market remained robust during the first quarter of 2018, with a strong outlook for cross-border combinations.–>
Fairfax In the Press
Cross-Border Combinations Drive US Law Firm Merger Activity to Record Highs
Is Big Law finally about to enter a long-heralded period of sustained trans-Atlantic consolidation?
Seminars & Workshops
6th Annual Partner Compensation One-Day Workshop – September 27, 2018 in Chicago, IL
Who Should Attend: Managing Partners, Executive Committee members, Compensation Committee members, COOs, Professional Development leaders