Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP.

The attorneys and staff at Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP can't stop talking about how great it is to work there, and I've been touched by the firm's kindness towards its clients.

Steven Lewis made a great impression on us during our interactions - he was professional, asked great questions and were quick to follow up.

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What is the name of your employer?	Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith
Where is your employer located?	New York, NY
What is your practice setting?	Law Firm
How many attorneys work for your employer (all locations)?	over 1000
How many attorneys are working for your employer at your location?	201-250
How long have you worked for your current employer (number of years and months)?	8 years
What is your current or most recent title?	Law Firm Attorney
Law Firm Attorney	Partner-Income
What is your primary practice area?	Litigation
Litigation	Defense
Are your clients primarily:	Large to massive companies (more than 85%)
How are you paid?	Salary + Bonus
What is your base salary?	over $250,000
How much is your bonus?	$25,001- $35,000
What was your annual compensation for 2021 excluding bonuses?	$250,001 - $300,000
What is your estimated annual compensation for 2022 excluding bonuses?	$250,001 - $300,000
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?	None
How much do you expect to receive in bonuses this year?	$1000- $5,000
How many hours did you bill in 2021?	2290
How many hours do you think you will bill in 2022?	2100
What additional benefits does your employer offer to its attorneys?	Retirement Savings Plan
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)?	6000
When was the last time your salary increased?	03/2022
Which benefit/perk offered by a prospective employer would most motivate you to accept an offer?	Higher Compensation,Better culture,Better Benefits,Work/Life Balance (Fewer Billable Hours),Fully remote position,Hybrid Remote/In-office Work Arrangement,More prestige,More perks and benefits,Mentorship,Location,Opportunities for Professional Advancement,More important clients,More meaningful work,More responsibility,Ability to work part-time
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 personal injury attorneys
Which employers are former employees most likely to move to when they leave your employer? List as many as you like.	Similar personal injury defense firms

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP.

The attorneys and staff at Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP can't stop talking about how great it is to work there, and I've been touched by the firm's kindness towards its clients.

Steven Lewis made a great impression on us during our interactions - he was professional, asked great questions and were quick to follow up.

Harrison Barnes

Salary Information from Survey of Current Attorneys by BCG Attorney Search

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