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
Partner Bonuses: Benefits and Pitfalls
Bonuses are a powerful tool for attracting and retaining top partner talent, but they must align with firm ...
Emerging Data, Technology & Financial Requirements for Today’s Law Firm Leaders
As the legal industry becomes increasingly dynamic and competitive, law firm leaders face unprecedented challenges—and opportunities ...
When is the Right Time to Consider Merger?
High quality small and midsize firms in key markets are regularly approached regarding combinations with other firms – ...
Merger Reports
First Quarter Law Firm Mergers In-line with Recent Trends but Numbers Expected to Decline
Law firm mergers experienced a solid year of growth in 2019 according to the merger research team at Fairfax Associates. Based on our role advising a number of the larger mergers completed in 2019 as well as mergers announced for 2020, we continue to see ongoing interest among firms in strategic growth and a desire to build depth and scale.
A Robust Year for Law Firm Mergers in 2019
Law firm mergers experienced a solid year of growth in 2019 according to the merger research team at Fairfax Associates. Based on our role advising a number of the larger mergers completed in 2019 as well as mergers announced for 2020, we continue to see ongoing interest among firms in strategic growth and a desire to build depth and scale.