I think because I was hired near the top of pay scale, I have gone 3.5 years with no raise. I do receive tremendous feedback, respect, gratitude and flexibility so it has been ok - but a raise would be nice.

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Not that I would ever say this to leadership, but one of my colleagues had a friend email his firm asking for a raise and after appreciating their positive comments and feedback, etc. stated "Unfortunately, I can't pay my bills with pats on the back." 🤣
It's sad but true. I've been in your position and am still somewhat there so I don't have any words of wisdom because what I've tried hasn't worked. If you find the secret to getting that raise, please share! Wishing you the very best!

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Have your ducks in a row and send an email. If a job isn't paying you your worth then walk away.

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I would ask for additional PTO in lieu of an increase or an increase if you meet x amount of billables per quarter

I just left a firm with approximately 24 attorneys and staff totaling 50. I was there 4.5 years and never got a raise. They "don't give raises" is what I heard over and over. They do give a bonus in November but it fluctuates so some years I actually made less.

Respect does not pay the mortgage, however, I left a job of 17 years because no raise in 5 years and struggling ever since with 3 layoffs. It is tough, but if you have respect and job security keep it in this profession with no humanity left...

You are not going to get a raise. If you are getting great feedback, I would job search and get the increase in your job jump. You have to negotiate it going in - what they are expecting. Do not name a number first; do not say what you earned. If they push it - give a range with the low end what you want.

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