What is an average bonus percentage of salary or billed hours to expect in a boutique family law firm in the midwest with mostly wealthy clients for a 3rd or 4th year associate? Assume performance was very good.

My friend works at such a firm, 2k billable goal. They are at 1950 hours so far and expect meet 2k by end of year. I'm asking for percentage because it's hard to compare otherwise. Thanks for your help!

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Best rule of thumb I have heard is that your collections are generally allocated 1/3 to associate comp, 1/3 to overhead, and 1/3 to partner profits. I’d say your bonus should be the delta after considering your salary.

I also wouldn’t be surprised if a small family law firm didn’t do any bonus of substance. If you’re billing that much I’d find somewhere with a clearer comp plan.

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Very helpful. Thank you!

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