The legal terrain is being reshaped. In 2026, legal hiring is projected to rise significantly, driven by a robust IPO pipeline. The shift is seismic: from volume to expertise, and from a cost centre to a strategic partner. Central to this change is the rise of the specialist, replacing the era of the generalist. Recent policy changes and the rising expectation of technical competence are further redesigning the legal landscape.
But what’s behind this shift and what are the implications for the profession? Watch Samica Mazumdar share insights in this video.