April 14, 2026 at 5:00:00 PM
Tired of Negotiating Rate Increases and Discounts? Try Something More Fun: Win-Win AFAs That Balance Risk and Reward
MEMBER ACCESS ONLY

SPEAKERS
Brad Antici, Chief Pricing Officer, Butler Snow LLP
Hushmand Cott, Chief Strategic Pricing Officer, Covington & Burling LLP
Matthew Laws, Senior Director of Pricing & LPM, Crowell & Moring LLP
MODERATOR
n/a
DESCRIPTION
Designed for professionals newer to legal pricing, this session simplifies the often-complex world of Alternative Fee Arrangements (AFAs). Speakers will share practical tips and real-world examples from decades of experience to help attendees craft fee structures that align client expectations with firm profitability. The focus will be on identifying AFA opportunities, understanding risk-sharing dynamics, and building models that offer clear value to both parties—replacing rate haggling with collaborative, outcomes-based solutions.
Key Takeaways:
Understand the mutual benefits of AFAs over traditional hourly billing
Identify opportunities where AFAs make strategic and financial sense
Learn how to balance risk and reward across different AFA models
Explore the key components of a well-structured AFA and how to mitigate potential risks
