The number of young high-growth enterprises, known as gazelles, in the Italian legal services sector is projected to rise from 8 in 2024 to 11 by 2028, marking a cumulative average growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 8% over five years. From 2024 to 2025, the increase is 12.5%, and from 2025 to 2026, the increase is 11.1%. The forecast indicates a steady rise with no change from 2027 to 2028. In 2023, the number of such enterprises stood slightly lower, setting the stage for anticipated growth.
Future trends to watch for include digital transformation within legal services, the rise of alternative legal service providers, and regulatory changes. These factors may significantly alter the landscape, driving further increases in the number of high-growth enterprises in this sector.
