How much do partners at big law firms make? Thanks to a recent survey by the renowned legal search firm Major, Lindsey & Africa, we have a pretty clear idea of how much equity partners at big law firms make. The average compensation for equity partners is $1.39 million per year.
These firms are 'ceiling smashers' for having highest percentage of women in equity partnerships Littler Mendelson, 38.2% Willkie Farr & Gallagher, 36.1% Jackson Lewis, 36% Davis Wright Tremaine, 33.9%
The Magic Circle refers to five prestigious and multinational London-headquartered law firms. They are Allen & Overy; Clifford Chance; Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer; Linklaters; and Slaughter and May.
The average across all partners will land right around $650k – $850k each year. Big 4 Firms – PwC, KPMG, EY, and Deloitte Partner Salaries: Years 1-5: $300k – $500k. Years 6-10: $400k – $1.3M.
The size and profitability of a law firm significantly impact partner salary, with equity partners at top firms enjoying impressive earnings that range anywhere from $3–$10 million—or for star partners, sometimes even more.
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List of Highest Paying Law Firms In India in 2024 Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas (CAM) ... S&R Associates. Luthra & Luthra Law Offices. Trilegal. AZB & Partners. J Sagar Associates (JSA) Starting Salary: ₹16 LPA. Desai & Diwanji. Starting Salary: ₹6-8.4 LPA. Talwar Thakore & Associates (TTA) Starting Salary: ₹18.2 LPA (with bonus)
Junior partners typically have fewer responsibilities and less stress than senior partners — which some associates may actually appreciate. Generous compensation models can also be designed that give associates incentive to work hard and stay with a firm without naming them as partner.