Why Do Big Law Mergers Fall Short of Revenue Hopes?

Feb. 11, 2025, 3:44 PM UTC

Big law firms are increasingly feeling pressure to grow, and many use mergers with other firms to expand. But a recent Bloomberg Law analysis reveals that about two-thirds of the 18 largest mergers within the past 15 years saw slower revenue growth than their competitors.

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