Law firms are adapting to the uncertain economic climate by increasing their use of fixed-fee and contingency-fee arrangements. Fixed-fee arrangements involve setting a predetermined fee for a specific service or set of services. Contingency-fee arrangements, on the other hand, involve the law firm taking a percentage of any settlement or award obtained for the client.

Law firms are aiming to offer their clients more certainty and minimize risks for both parties during times of economic uncertainty. However, the trend toward alternative fee arrangements is likely to continue even after the economy stabilizes. This is because clients are increasingly seeking greater transparency and predictability in legal billing, and law firms are seeking to differentiate themselves in a competitive market. Moreover, as technology continues to transform the legal industry, law firms may be able to leverage data and analytics to develop more accurate pricing models and offer more customized fee arrangements.