[108] Others raised the objections to alternative
structures that are commonly raised: [109] that they are a threat to the profession's core values, [110] that they will trigger irresolvable conflicts of interest, [111] that lawyers will lose their independence, [112] that there is no evidence that alternative
structures have increased access to justice in Australia or England & Wales, [113] that law firms can attract employees by paying competitive
salaries without the need to offer employee shareholding, [114] that the burden of proof lies with those who advocate for alternative
structures, [115] that there is no way to regulate alternative
structures, [116] that alternative
structures will lead to a
consolidated market for legal services, [117] that more research is required, [118] etc..