Legal trends for mid-sized law firms 2025
Mid-sized law firms are emerging as leaders in AI adoption, using technology to stay competitive and meet evolving client expectations, finds Clio in its latest report
Mid-sized law firms are emerging as leaders in AI adoption, using technology to stay competitive and meet evolving client expectations. This shift is accompanied by a growing preference for alternative billing models — like fixed fees — as firms respond to client demands for transparency and predictability in their legal costs. At the same time, they continue to rely on varied hourly billing structures that reflect specialisation within their workforce.
This report examines key trends shaping mid-sized law firms, delivering the data and insights needed for mid-sized law firms to navigate these industry shifts and position themselves for long-term success.
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Key findings
Hourly billing strategies
Mid-sized firms leverage more billing rates, and charge higher rates, than smaller firms. Is your mid-sized firm one of the 99% that set multiple billing rates for their lawyers? See how mid-sized firms are leveraging multiple billing rates, offering greater flexibility and revenue generation.
The rise of AI
Most mid-sized firms are using AI in some capacity, while over half have adopted AI widely or universally. Nearly all mid-sized law firms are now using AI in some capacity in their practice, while over half have adopted it widely or universally. Explore the rapid adoption of AI across mid-sized law firms and discovery why 90% are now using AI tools to boost efficiency, quality and client engagement.
Embracing predictable pricing
Mid-sized firms are embracing fixed fees as clients demand predictable pricing. 64% of mid-sized firms offer fixed fee billing models—is yours one of them? Learn how mid-sized law firms are shifting to fixed fee models to meet client demand for transparent, predictable pricing while positioning themselves as leaders in modern legal service delivery.
Leveraging technology for growth
Clio features help mid-sized firms improve their revenue, conversion rates, and time to hire. Improving your mid-sized firm’s revenue by 20% could be as easy as implementing a new tool in your client intake workflow. Discover how mid-sized firms are using Clio features—like e-signatures and online intake tools — to boost revenue, enhance client conversion rates, and accelerate hiring processes.
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