Which consulting fees are contracted beyond the next renewal date?
Separate signed retainers and backlog from proposals, then compare utilisation, daily rates, margin by mandate and client concentration. Replace unpaid partner delivery with a realistic cost.
Who owns the methods, reports and client materials used in delivery?
Inspect assignment and termination clauses, work in progress, time records, subcontractors, methodologies, proposal pipeline and rights to client references and created materials.
Would major mandates survive the departure of the lead partner?
Founder-held relationships, a small number of senior consultants and non-transferable mandates are more important risks than headline turnover.
How should live projects and client responsibility move to the buyer?
Plan joint client introductions, project ownership, delivery calendars, access and method documentation for every live engagement.