Case Study
Profitability in Law Global Report 2026
The Profitability in Law report by Agile Market Intelligence and LEAP benchmarks law firms globally across strategy, people, technology, and AI to identify opportunities for improved efficiency and cost optimisation.
Challenge (Abstract)
Legal professionals around the world are subject to different pressures, which include operational strategies, retention issues, technological advancement, and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI). By understanding what decisions in these areas are the most optimal, law firms have the opportunity to maximise profitability.
The Profitability in Law report, made by Agile Market Intelligence in partnership with the LEAP, intends to benchmark law firms around the world in the areas of strategy, people, technology, and AI, in order to uncover the biggest potential areas for cost optimisation.
Solution (Methodology)
A survey was conducted on 700 legal professionals between 10 September and 28 November 2025. These respondents originated from six markets, namely Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the United States, and Canada. The data was categorised into four pillars (strategy, people, technology, and AI) and analysed by these themes.
Findings (Results)
- 44% of legal firms cite excessive manual work as a barrier to cost optimisation.
- 71% report that AI usage saves a moderate to significant amount of time.
- Automation is the top technology investment priority for 43% of legal firms.
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