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Lawyer Compensation
South Florida’s top attorneys charge slightly more in 2009

October 12, 2009 By: Vanessa Blum
Lawyer Compensation
 


South Florida’s top attorneys charge slightly more in 2009
Despite the sluggish economy, top billing rates at most South Florida law firms showed modest increases in 2009, with more partners than ever charging hourly rates exceeding $500.



Law firms forced to be more flexible with billing
Even law firms that had a take-it-or-leave-it approach in boom times are now negotiating their prices.



The Chart: Lawyer Compensation



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Vanessa Blum reports on South Florida attorneys billing rates and profiles local attorneys and the cases that led them to rank highest in lawyer compensation.

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