Legal Economics

Firm Financials & Demand

4. Litigation demand creates pricing opportunity and pressure

BTI Consulting’s Litigation Outlook 2026 reports that 64% of clients are increasing litigation spend, up from 57%, with litigation budgets rising into double digits.

BY ECONOMICS DESK · APRIL 30, 2026 · 1 MIN READ

BTI Consulting’s Litigation Outlook 2026 reports that 64% of clients are increasing litigation spend, up from 57%, with litigation budgets rising into double digits. That supports premium demand in high-stakes practices, but also raises the stakes for budgeting, staffing, value proof and client conversations about predictability.

Pricing & AFAs

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