NATIONAL – FordHarrison LLP, one of the country's largest management-side labor and employment law firms, is pleased to announce that the firm has been recognized by BTI Consulting Group as Distinguished in Litigation, underscoring the firm's outstanding performance and commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
According to BTI's latest research, litigation is more contentious than ever, driving significant increases in corporate spending. More than two-thirds of companies plan to boot litigation budgets in 2026, with many increasing spending by more than 10%. The demand for agile, fearless, and innovative counsel has never been greater.
Key Litigation Trends Identified by The BTI Consulting
Group for 2026
BTI's research, based on insights from more than 320 corporate
counsel, highlights seven trends shaping litigation in the year
ahead:
- 64% of clients are increasing spend – up from 57% a year ago.
- More litigation now hits business operations (revenue) directly – raising urgency, and rates.
- Clients are expanding what they consider bet-the-company – creating a fast-growing segment of complex need.
- Litigation is more contentious than ever – driving spending and new law firm preferences.
- Clients describe litigation chaos conditions as a result of caseload, complexity, novel claims and financial risk – looking to law firms for help.
- Litigation budgets are jumping – with increases deep into double digits.
- Six areas of litigation show acute demand.
FordHarrison's recognition as Distinguished in Litigation underscores the firm's ability to meet these demands and deliver results that align with the evolving needs of corporate clients.