Vancouver, BC, Canada — October 14, 2025— AltFee today formally announced the launch of its integration on Clio’s Asia-Pacific (APAC) servers, marking a significant milestone in expanding access to value-based pricing for Australian law firms. With this integration, firms in the region can now connect AltFee to Clio seamlessly, unlocking a superior workflow for scoping and managing fixed-fee matters.

The launch comes at a pivotal time. According to Clio’s 2025 Legal Trends Report for Mid-Sized Law Firms, 64% of mid-sized firms already offer flat fees, while 27% are experimenting with subscription pricing models. As client expectations shift toward greater transparency and predictability in legal costs, firms that move beyond hourly billing are better positioned to differentiate themselves in a competitive market.

AltFee’s new Matter Analytics further enhances this transition by giving firms unprecedented visibility into the true performance of flat-fee work. Firms can now track profitability in real time, compare flat fees against recorded amounts to monitor margins, and measure value versus effort across matters. Matter Analytics also provides a clear picture of effective hourly rates—both individual and blended—enabling firms to align pricing with outcomes and refine fee structures with confidence. By moving beyond gut-feel pricing toward data-driven strategies, firms can protect margins while strengthening client relationships.

“As Clio deepens its presence across the Asia-Pacific region, we’re seeing Australian firms increasingly demand pricing models that are predictable, transparent, and aligned with client value,” said Denise Farmer, General Manager, APAC at Clio. “AltFee’s integration with our APAC servers makes it far easier for firms to adopt flat-fee pricing and stand apart from incumbent practice management solutions.”

AltFee’s entry into the Australian market also reflects broader industry momentum. Clio’s Legal Trends research highlights a 34% increase in flat-fee cases globally since 2016, underscoring the shift away from the billable hour as firms embrace efficiency and client-centered service.

“We believe this launch is a critical inflection point for the pricing of legal services in Australia,” said AltFee CEO + Co-founder Scott Leigh. “Efficiency gains from AI and automation are reshaping legal work. The billable hour can’t keep pace with these changes, which is why a systemized, data-driven pricing solution is critical. Together with Clio’s practice management platform, AltFee enables firms to move confidently into a future where pricing reflects value, not time.”

The AltFee integration is available immediately for all firms using Clio on APAC servers. Firms can enable the integration directly from the Clio App Directory or connect through the AltFee platform.

About AltFee
AltFee revolutionizes law firm scoping and pricing by offering a foundation for fixed fees and alternative fee structures.

This system empowers firms to precisely assess and assign value to projects, vital in a landscape where AI/efficiency gains drastically shorten task timelines. Ensuring alignment between service prices and delivered value, AltFee encourages teams to share insights, collaborate, and analyze data trends. This collaborative approach enables confident scoping and pricing without the fear of underpricing. Explore the future of legal pricing with AltFee at www.altfeeco.com.

About Clio
Clio is the global leader in legal AI technology, empowering legal professionals and law firms of every size to work smarter, faster, and more securely. Purpose-built for the legal industry, Clio’s AI platform streamlines workflows, improves decision-making, and combines powerful technology with industry-leading security. Trusted by hundreds of thousands of legal professionals in more than 130 countries, and approved by over 100 bar associations and law societies worldwide, Clio sets the standard for innovation and client success across the legal profession. Backed by world-class investors and a mission to transform the legal experience for all, Clio is defining the future of legal work through AI. Learn more at www.clio.com.

 

Media Contact
AltFee | Digby Leigh | digby@altfeeco.com| www.altfeeco.com

Sources

  1. Clio, 2025 Legal Trends for Mid-Sized Law Firms Report: https://www.clio.com/au/about/press/clios-2025-legal-trends-for-mid-sized-law-firm-report/
  2. Clio, Legal Trends Report (historical data): https://www.clio.com/resources/legal-trends/

The Australian, “Australian law firms dumping billable hours and diversity programs, research shows” (2024): https://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/legal-affairs/australian-law-firms-dumping-billable-hours-and-diversity-programs-research-shows/news-story/bc50cdec1fea8aaa1759d05ee54b491f