This U.S. News article called “What Type of Salary Can You Expect With a Law Degree?” discusses paycheck size for J.D. recipients straight out of school. What are your thoughts about how this translates to the Vegas market? Is it even close to accurate? What would you say to a new lawyer about salary expectations here? What would you say …
Continue ReadingSince there has been some ongoing discussion about rates in the comments, we thought we would dedicate a post to the topic. How do you set your hourly billing rate? Does it vary from client to client? By practice area? Do you change your rates with any frequency or have you hit your maximum rate? What do you do to …
Continue ReadingWith news of massive job interviews and hiring taking place for Durango and Fontainebleau, it seems like as good of time as any to talk about the current job market. What are your thoughts on the current legal job market in Vegas? Are we in an employer or employee market right now? What should someone consider if they’re thinking about …
Continue ReadingNevada Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 1.1 says, “ Rule 1.1. Competence. A lawyer shall provide competent representation to a client. Competent representation requires the legal knowledge, skill, thoroughness and preparation reasonably necessary for the representation..” Today we ask what do you to ensure you’re competent when taking on a new case in a different area of law. How do you decide when you need …
Continue ReadingOne of our readers wants your advice on how to deal with strategic disagreements with her boss. What advice do you have for situations when you don’t agree with the person in a supervisory role above you. If you are the person above, what recommendations do you have? Should an associate stay quiet when they think you’re on the wrong …
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