What are mid level corporate associates billing this year? Asking because I’m moving to Canada from US big law in a few months, and want to know if I’ll still be drowning in work. Thank you!

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I think 2600 would be on the very high end. 2200-range wouldn’t be unrealistic though.

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Lies. Very few people are legitimately billing more than 2000hrs.

Average at many shops isn't even as high as 1800.

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Varies based on location and tier of firm. Toronto and Calgary big law will easily put you over 2,000.

Does that mean 2000-2200? Currently billing 2600.

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