CRA International, Inc., operating as Charles River Associates, is a global consulting firm headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The company provides economic, financial, and management consulting services to law firms, corporations, accounting firms, and government agencies. Its business is primarily divided into legal and regulatory services, and management consulting. The firm offers specialized expertise across various practice areas, including antitrust and competition economics, forensic services, intellectual property, energy, and life sciences. With a geographic footprint spanning North America, Europe, and Australia, CRA International leverages its deep analytical rigor and academic ties to deliver objective solutions for high-stakes disputes and strategic challenges.
