Why Law Firm Alliance?

The Law Firm Alliance (LFA) is a global network of full-service, independent mid-sized law firms dedicated to exceptional client service. Membership to the LFA network is selective and by invitation only to ensure that each member firm aligns with the organization’s commitment to exceptional client service and high-quality legal solutions. The goal of the LFA is to enhance our members' capabilities through reliable referrals and collaboration across the globe.

Clients can confidently rely on LFA member firms for quality service and cost-effective legal solutions, no matter where their business needs arise. This collaboration ensures personalized, intimate client relationships, alongside expansive resources and reach. The LFA fosters a community of trust, empowering members to provide seamless, comprehensive, and client-focused cross-border legal services.

Since 2000, the LFA has grown to include over 50 member firms and 2,500 attorneys across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Our members share a commitment to client needs while preserving the unique values, service dedication, and culture of mid-sized firms.

The Law Firm Alliance fosters an environment that embraces diversity including race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical ability, and religious beliefs, both within our member firms and in our communities. We value and support the efforts and talents of each of the individuals across the LFA. Our member firms have active Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committees that focus on education, recruiting and retention as well as on promoting and encouraging diversity in the legal community.  

Law Firm Alliance European Firms Collaborate for a Successful Business Sale

When Law Firm Alliance’s U.K. member firm Wallace LLP needed local counsel in Germany for a large international deal, its attorneys reached out to Law Firm Alliance partner Kleiner Rechtsanwalte to provide swift and effective results. Wallace was acting for its long established founder shareholder clients in the sale of a global provider of software for R&D businesses to a $20 billion U.S. company. During the sale process, it became apparent that the magnitude of the parties’ turnover meant that the sale would be subject to possible examination by the German Federal Cartel Office (Bundeskartellant). The matter required urgent attention, and a conference call between Wallace, Kleiner, the clients and corporate finance advisors took place within hours of the initial contact with Kleiner. Wallace and Kleiner worked closely with the acquiring company’s U.K., U.S. and German counsel to submit a fast track application to the Bundeskartellant and successfully obtained clearance to enable the sale to proceed on a timely basis.

From Mexico to Canada: Working Together to Achieve the Best Outcome for the Client

When the attorneys at EC Legal Rubio Villegas, the Law Firm Alliance’s member firm in Mexico, were approached by a client with questions regarding his employment contract with the subsidiary of a Canadian mining company, they drew upon the extensive knowledge of Canadian employment law at Law Firm Alliance  Vancouver firm Alexander Holburn. EC Legal Rubio Villegas’ client, whose employment had been terminated, needed advice regarding the termination and severance payment being made by his former employer pursuant to Mexican law. Upon looking into his contract, the attorneys at EC Legal Rubio Villegas discovered that the contract was drafted by the Canadian parent company and included more favorable conditions than were being offered by the Mexican subsidiary. EC Legal Rubio Villegas referred the client to Alexander Holburn, who successfully represented the client and obtained a far more lucrative outcome than was initially anticipated.

Law Firm Alliance membership is highly selective and is offered on an invitation-only basis, promising that the caliber of firms selected is exceptionally high. Criteria include peer and client recommendations, service offerings, as well as ethical standards held within the firms. Prerequisites of membership include firms that offer full-service capabilities, the maintenance of substantial corporate and litigation practices and an outward display of a commitment to client service. In this way, clients of member firms are assured that they have chosen a firm which is amongst the top rated in its geographical area, and that they can expect this level of service in those jurisdictions where they may need to do business.

The Law Firm Alliance (LFA) is proud of its selective, invitation only membership process. Our Board of Directors conducts thorough research to ensure that each new member firm aligns with our core values.

Criteria for Membership

• Cannot be a member of other competitive referral networks
• Must be independently owned, not a branch of a larger firm
• Should offer full-service capabilities (corporate and litigation)
• Peer and client recommendations are essential
• Must show a strong commitment to client service and responsiveness
• Representative attendance at least one annual meeting each year
• Jurisdiction exclusivity to maintain high standards

Thanks to this rigorous selection process, LFA members can confidently assure their clients of top-notch quality, responsiveness, and exceptional service. By upholding these values, the LFA creates a network of trusted partners committed to providing outstanding legal solutions worldwide.

To learn more about membership, contact Beth Seabright.