Membership of Mackrell International:
At Mackrell International (MI), we’re committed to building a network of high calibre, independent, full-service law firms that care about delivering legal excellence and creating meaningful international connections.
Membership is about gaining opportunities for invaluable insight, growth, business development and support from like-minded professionals across the globe.
By joining MI, your firm will play a critical role in our expansion strategy, providing clients with enhanced access to local expertise and seamless service across borders.
Why Join MI?
As a member, you gain access to a highly-connected, highly supportive legal network spanning more than 60 countries, 90+ dynamic law firms and approximately 4,500 lawyers worldwide.
Membership is like having the reach and expertise of a global law firm, but with the personal touch, agility, and value your clients deserve.
What Can You Expect?
Trust and Reassurance. Your clients will be looked after the way you look after them, by lawyers and firms with similar values and outlook.
Business Opportunities. Generate and receive cross-border business referrals to support your growth.
Global Reach. Expand your international footprint, leverage your brand and collaborate seamlessly across jurisdictions.
Valuable Insights. Learn about law firm management, succession-planning, staff recruitment, crisis management, marketing, integrating AI and more.
Supportive Network. Benefit from a collaborative environment where members actively share best practices and provide mutual support, personally and professionally.
Joining MI means being part of a community of forward-thinking firms, each contributing to and benefiting from a trusted network of legal and business professionals.
Membership Requirements
We set the highest standards for our members to ensure clients benefit from a world class legal network. Applicants must demonstrate:
Independence and a multi-service offering.
Responsiveness, reliability, and exceptional client service.
Active participation in MI events, including the AGM and regional meetings.
Who Should Apply?
We welcome applications from established, full-service law firms with:
A significant team size and the capability to meet a broad range of client needs.
Proven international or cross-border activity or aspirations to expand (internationally).
A commitment to both giving and receiving business opportunities and to engaging with others in the network, both online and in-person.
A reputation for legal excellence and a strong client-centric approach.
English fluency.
To maintain exclusivity, each member firm represents its entire jurisdiction, so you must have the capacity to cover that effectively.
Please note: If your firm has fewer than five lawyers or is highly specialised, MI may not be the right fit for you.
Network Membership Versus Network Strategy
Before joining a network, it is important to have a strategy and also to understand that building relationships and developing business takes time and effort – so give yourself a realistic time frame and be clear and open about what you expect from your legal network and what will be expected of you.
A productive network member:
repeatedly sends the same relationship-builders to in-person meetings
joins practice and sector groups
speaks at meetings (both virtual and in-person)
follows up after and in-between meetings; doesn’t just rely on the handshake or wait until the next meeting
targets neighbouring jurisdictions
finds out which other firms have similar sector or client specialisations and connects with them
considers where their diaspora is and contacts the member firm there
gets their ‘Emerging Leaders’ (up-and-coming lawyers) engaged in the appropriate initiatives
introduces clients
makes referrals and enquiries
visits member firms
uses MI as a platform to build its own profile
collaborates and co-authors material
responds with speed
follows up personally.
However, a law firm that simply...
attends one AGM or regional meeting
sends different delegates each year
puts the network logo on its website
waits for referrals
...may end up disappointed… (unless you have some luck, or you are in a particularly sought-after jurisdiction).
A Summary of Member Benefits
Empowering your Firm, Enhancing your Reach
Global Client Care: seamless, high-quality service for your clients worldwide.
Business Referrals: access cross-border referrals and incremental revenue.
Expert Insights: advice on law firm management and growth strategies.
Talent Support: practical help with recruiting and retaining top lawyers.
Practice Groups: engage with peers and stay ahead of industry trends.
New Opportunities: develop fresh revenue streams through the network.
Marketing Support: boost your business development and brand visibility.
Trusted Network: a global community committed to your success.
Next Steps
If you’re ready to take your firm to the next level and join a global network of leading law firms, we’d love to hear from you.
Complete the short enquiry form below.