Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan LLP

I've been moved by the stories of the firm's kindness to its clients, and the attorneys and staff at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP. We are constantly singing its praises.

Our interactions with Rhoda Piland were marked by her outstanding professionalism and thought-provoking questions.

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What is the name of your employer?	Quinn Emanuel
Where is your employer located?	Austin TX
How many attorneys are working for your employer at your location?	11-25
How many attorneys work for your employer (all locations)?	751-1000
How long have you worked for your current employer (number of years and months)?	5 years
What is your practice setting?	Law Firm
Law Firm	Law Firm Attorney
Law Firm Attorney	Associate
What is your primary practice area?	Litigation
Litigation	Defense
Are your clients primarily:	Medium to large companies (more than 70%) and wealthy individuals
How are you paid?	Salary + Bonus
What is your base salary?	over $250,000
How much is your bonus?	$125,001- $150,000
What was your annual compensation for 2021 excluding bonuses?	$500,001- $800,000
What is your estimated annual compensation for 2022 excluding bonuses?	$500,001- $800,000
How is eligibility for your bonus determined?	Billable hours
What other types of cash compensation does your employer provide to its attorneys besides the base salary?	Mid-year Bonuses,Profit-sharing,Other
Other(Please specify)	Vested grants (approximately 40k/year from 2-7th years, vesting 2-3 years after.
How much do you expect to receive in bonuses this year?	$100,001-$125,000
How many hours did you bill in 2021?	2700
How many hours do you think you will bill in 2022?	2400
What additional benefits does your employer offer to its attorneys?	Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Contribution,Courses and Test Fees for Professional Certificates,Internal Training,Mentorship Program,Paternity/Maternity Leave,Professional Membership Dues,Cash Incentive,Travel Expenses,Life Insurance,Medical Insurance,Paid Time Off,Flexible Scheduling,Other
Other (Please specify)	Health premiums for attorney and family completely paid - zero out of pocket for great plan. Firm drops $8k in your 401k each year.
Assuming you are employed with the same employer in 2023, do you expect to receive a raise at the beginning of the year? If so, how much (in dollars)?	Difficult given black box for my year and partnership potential this year, but if I remain an associate I would expect a $5-15k raise off current $420k base.
When was the last time your salary increased?	Spring 2022
Which benefit/perk offered by a prospective employer would most motivate you to accept an offer?	Opportunities for Professional Advancement,Work/Life Balance (Fewer Billable Hours),Fully remote position,Mentorship,Higher Compensation,Location,Hybrid Remote/In-office Work Arrangement,Better Benefits,Better culture,More prestige,More important clients,More meaningful work,More responsibility,Ability to work part-time,More perks and benefits
Are you interested in changing jobs?	Yes
Does your employer plan to hire new attorneys in the next twelve (12) months?	Yes
If applicable, what types of attorneys and at what level do you believe your most recent employer likely to hire in the next 12 months?	Junior / IP lit
Which employers are former employees most likely to move to when they leave your employer? List as many as you like.	Senior associates and overworked midlevels

Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan LLP

I've been moved by the stories of the firm's kindness to its clients, and the attorneys and staff at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP. We are constantly singing its praises.

Our interactions with Rhoda Piland were marked by her outstanding professionalism and thought-provoking questions.

Harrison Barnes

Salary Information from Survey of Current Attorneys by BCG Attorney Search

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