PwC is launching a new service, ‘Flexible Legal Resources’, providing clients with temporary lawyers and compliance staff on a contract basis. The service is designed to cater to fluctuating demand and temporary staff shortages. PwC aims to attract clients with its rigorous selection process, which includes interviews and assessments. The service is set to compete with traditional temporary legal staffing agencies and the ‘gig economy’ platforms. It is the latest move by PwC to expand its legal services offering, following the launch of a law firm in the US earlier this year. The ‘Flexible Legal Resources’ service is initially being launched in the UK, with plans to expand it globally. The launch reflects the growing trend for businesses to seek more flexible and cost-effective legal services.
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