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In the News
The coming revival of the PeopleLaw sector
Generative AI could inadvertently reduce the legal profession's disproportionate focus on organizational clients—redirecting lawyers to meet the legal needs of everyday people.
Read more from Jordan Furlong.
Closing the Gap: Expanding the Legal Ecosystem for the Middle Class
For millions of Americans, needing a lawyer means going without one. Research by IAALS and by the Legal Services Corporation confirms what many already experience: affordable legal help is out of reach for many individuals and small businesses. This gap is not limited to those who qualify for legal aid—it extends into the middle class.
From billable hours to value‑driven legal services
The billable hour has long served as the standard pricing model for legal services, valued for its familiarity, measurability, and deep integration into law firm economics. But as artificial intelligence reshapes legal work processes, firms are considering charging for value. Outcome‑based pricing is emerging as a viable alternative, offering clients more predictability and aligning fees with results rather than time.
Read more from Thomson Reuters.