Actionstep x LPM: The State of UK Midsize Law Firms in 2026
Part of Actionstep’s global midsize law firm research series and conducted with LPM, this industry-leading research offers an in-depth look at shifts in the market and how UK midsize firms are engaging with technology, talent and growth — while highlighting the need for greater alignment
Based on candid responses from 52 managing partners, CEOs, COOs, and firm leaders, The State of UK Midsize Law Firms in 2026 report is the most detailed snapshot of how UK midsize law firms are investing, competing and falling short in 2026. Use the findings to sharpen your strategy with the data to back it up.
Some key findings include:
- Just 2% of firms consider their law firm’s digital environment fully optimised. The other 98% have work to do.
- 36% don’t know how their clients feel about AI being used in their legal work. That’s a client relationship risk hiding in plain sight.
- Only 30% say improving client satisfaction is a top priority. When 57% are counting on cross-selling existing clients to drive revenue growth.
What the report covers:
- Growth strategies for 2026
- Automation & productivity
- Client experience gaps
- AI from curiosity to capability
- Building a connected tech stack
- Firm-size benchmarking
- Year-over-year comparison
- Leader interviews
