As law firms face rising pressure to grow, innovate, and compete, structural change is accelerating rapidly. New business models are emerging that enable access to external capital without waiting for regulatory reform or adopting Alternative Business Structures (ABS).
From managed service organizations (MSOs) to innovative equity arrangements, firms are finding creative ways to unlock investment while preserving control, culture, and compliance with existing legal frameworks.
This discussion will explore how these models are being adopted in practice, what they mean for law firm strategy and leadership, and why this is a conversation every firm should be having now.
Key topics include:
- Structural innovations that enable outside capital
- Strategic benefits for law firm leaders
- Why investor interest in US law firms is rising
- What this means for the future of the legal services market in the US
This webcast will take place on 12:00pm EDT.
Speakers
Jonathan Molot
Chief Investment Officer, Burford Capital
Jonathan Molot is Chief Investment Officer and co-founder of Burford, and he also serves as Chair of Burford's Commitments Committee and a member of its Management Committee. In his capacity as CIO, he has overseen Burford’s review and analysis of thousands of commercial matters worth hundreds of billions of dollars, including obtaining a $16 billion judgment against Argentina, the largest in US history.
Crispin Passmore
Co-Founder, Stratify
Crispin is an experienced adviser to a range of global investors, legal businesses, law firms and start-ups across the US and UK. His clients have ranged from global law firms and professional services firms to private equity investors, technology businesses and start-ups. He is widely recognised as the go-to adviser for those considering making or receiving investment in the legal market.
Travis Lenkner
Chief Development Officer, Burford Capital
Travis Lenkner is Chief Development Officer and a member of Burford’s Management Committee, with responsibility for identifying and executing strategic initiatives that drive growth and align with the company's long-term objectives.
