Tag: ABS Law
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Legal & Regulatory Evolution of Alternative Business Structures (ABS) in U.S. Jurisdictions—2025
I. Overview & Context Alternative Business Structures (ABS) are entities that offer legal services and permit non‑lawyers to own, manage, or share in profits—directly challenging the prohibition under ABA Model Rule 5.4. Current U.S. jurisdictions with active ABS frameworks include: This review examines statutory, administrative, regulatory, judicial, and bar-level developments within Arizona and Utah from 2024…