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Law Firms' Hush-Hush Relationship with Freelancers

Outsourcing client work has become a common yet rarely discussed practice in the legal industry in the UK. This whitepaper delves into the rising reliance on freelance lawyers and explores how law firms are leveraging this flexible workforce to meet fluctuating demands. Discover the benefits, risks, and long-term implications of outsourcing, as well as how generative AI is reshaping the future of legal work.

Key highlights include:

  • Rising Use of Freelancers: Over a third (34%) of law firms in the UK rely on freelance lawyers for client work, with medium-sized firms leading the trend.
  • Strategic Outsourcing: Firms increasingly turn to freelancers for specialised expertise, such as niche legal topics, or to manage workload peaks.
  • Balancing Growth vs. Outsourcing: While freelancers can ease short-term pressure, relying too heavily on them may hinder team cohesion and long-term growth.
  • Impact of Generative AI: With legal AI tools, firms may shift focus to permanent, tech-enabled teams.
  • Freelance Appeal: Flexible fee-sharing firms are attracting talent with promises of autonomy, better work-life balance, and fewer bureaucratic challenges.

Gain valuable insights into how outsourcing and technology are reshaping legal work, and find out the actionable strategies to optimise your firm’s resourcing model while staying competitive in a rapidly changing market. Download the whitepaper now to uncover the future of legal outsourcing and freelancer collaboration.

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