#84 – Private Equity and the Future of Law Firms with Jonathan Hawkins

Podcast: Sharp Strategies Sweet Success · Tifiny Swedensky

Opublikowano: 2026-04-17

In this episode of Sharp Strategies Sweet Success, I’m joined by Jonathan Hawkins of Law Firm GC to talk through the growing role of private equity in the legal industry. We cover how these deals are structured, including the rise of the MSO model, and what that means for law firm operations, marketing, and staffing. Jonathan also shares what makes a firm attractive to buyers and why reducing owner dependency can significantly increase firm value. We also get into the tradeoffs. Private equity can offer a new exit path, but it comes with considerations around control, culture, and lo...