I’m a 4 year attorney working in a small boutique firm doing immigration and PI litigation. My salary is fixed with no commission. Thinking of negotiating about commission but not sure what percentage is reasonable. The partners once mentioned they want to make me a “junior partner.” We didn’t go into details but I think they want me to also put money in and take cuts. I’m wondering about the reasonable ratio of investment and cuts. Your thoughts are very much appreciated!

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The partners are hustling you. Every PI firm in my city tells their ambitious associates the same thing but it's not true. The associate market is hot right now. Get yours or move on and get paid better someplace else.

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