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Law Practice

Jun. 19, 2012

Examining the real cost of purchasing lateral talent

Part Two of a five-part series. By Edwin B. Reeser


By Edwin Reeser


In the first installment of this series we investigated the profitability of the "grinders," and found them to be solidly profitable when managed properly. This installment will focus on the partner with a solid work ethic and a respectable coterie of loyal clients.


The Mid-Level


Let's hire a partner with a $2 million business book. The partner's hourly rate is $700 with 1,900 billable hours recorded. The part...

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