I’m thinking of starting my own firm and focusing on software contracts for smaller sized companies that don’t have in house counsel. I was wondering what kind of hourly rates I could charge for that one of work? Is there anyway to get a sense of what market rate is? I only have 4 years experience so I would not be looking to charge over 300 per hour. In face the goal is to charge less than that.

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Where are you based? In NY, I charge 250/hr for contract review. 3 years experience. Good luck!

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I agree with A2.

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