When you need business advice anywhere in the world, Commercial Law Affiliate offers an association of independent law firms. CLA members are locally based firms with full-service, commercial law practices. Potential members must endure a rigorous, 10-step selection process. In almost every case, only one firm has been selected in each market.
Members are subject to ongoing client satisfaction evaluations.
CLA developed the industry's first peer review program to further enhance member quality. With nearly 5,000 attorneys in more than 70 countries , CLA has members in all the traditional business centers as well as in many emerging markets. To more efficiently serve clients, CLA members are electronically linked via broadcast fax, teleconferencing and the Internet. Every 90 days, CLA evaluates each reported referral to assess client satisfaction. CLA developed the legal industry's first peer review program.