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KPMG’s Arizona Law Firm – A Paradigm Shift in Law Business
Mar 20, 2025
Christian Athanasoulas, KPMG’s Global Head of International Tax and M&A Tax, discusses a pivotal shift in the legal industry following Arizona's decision to allow non-lawyer ownership of law firms. He details how KPMG Law US was established to integrate legal services with consulting, streamlining client transactions. The conversation highlights the use of technology, like AI-driven contract analysis, to enhance efficiency and compliance. Christian also explores how this model could influence legal practices across other states.
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- Arizona's decision to allow non-lawyer ownership of law firms represents a significant leap towards innovative business models in the U.S. legal sector.
- KPMG Law, U.S. aims to provide integrated legal and advisory services, enhancing efficiency and client relationships through advanced technology and collaboration.
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Revolutionizing Law Firm Ownership
Arizona has recently made groundbreaking changes by allowing non-lawyers to own and operate law firms, making it the first U.S. state to embrace this model. Unlike traditional practices where only licensed lawyers could own law firms and share in profits, this new structure enhances the potential for innovative business models in the legal sector. KPMG emerges as a pioneer by establishing the KPMG Law, U.S., a wholly owned entity designed to integrate legal services with other business offerings. This shift aims to address existing client pain points by providing a comprehensive suite of services, enhancing client relationships and operational efficiency.
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