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2026 BigLaw Salary Scale: Cravath/Milbank & Associate Compensation
The 2026 BigLaw associate compensation scale increased on July 1, 2026, following Milbank's kicking off the salary increases bringing the market scale ranges from $235,000 for first-year associates to $455,000 for eighth-year associates, before bonuses. Current Cravath/Mibank Salary 2026 Scale: Class Salary Special Bonuses Annual Bonus Total Compensation 1st Year $235,000 $6,000 $20,000 $261,000 2nd Year $245,000 $10,000 $30,000 $285,000 3rd Year $270,000 $15,000 $57,500 $34
Caroline McInnis
Sep 30


The Most In-Demand Legal Practice Areas Fueling Law Firm Growth in 2025
As the legal industry continues to evolve, law firms are strategically focusing their hiring efforts on high-growth practice areas that alig
Caroline McInnis
Feb 10, 2025


General Counsel Hiring: When and How to Bring Legal Expertise In-House
As companies grow, legal complexities increase, making the role of a General Counsel critical. Whether navigating regulatory compliance,...
Caroline McInnis
Jan 2, 2025


Recession-Proof Law Firm Practice Areas
Law firms have been affected by the recession with corporate deals drying up and layoffs starting but some practice areas are more...
Caroline McInnis
Jan 24, 2023


How Attorneys can Use Linkedin for Marketing
LinkedIn is a powerful tool for marketing for attorneys, as it provides a platform for professionals to network and showcase their...
Caroline McInnis
May 10, 2022


Tips for Partners Looking to Find Clients
Building a book of business as a law firm partner is a crucial part of growing your practice and achieving success. Here are some tips...
Caroline McInnis
May 7, 2022


Interview Tip: How to Answer the Teamplayer Question
As an attorney, being a team player is an important quality to possess in order to work effectively with clients, colleagues, and support...
Caroline McInnis
May 3, 2022


Deciding When to Start Your Solo Law Firm
Starting a solo law firm can be a challenging but rewarding experience, and there are several factors to consider when making this...
Caroline McInnis
Apr 26, 2022


Questions Partners Should be Asking When Interviewing
If you're a partner with a book of business looking to interview at a new law firm, here are some questions you should consider asking:...
Caroline McInnis
Apr 12, 2022


Deciding When to It's Time to Move to a New Firm
Deciding when to leave a law firm job can be a difficult decision, but there are several reasons that may indicate it's time to move on,...
Caroline McInnis
Apr 5, 2022


Resume Tips for Attorneys
Here are some tips for creating an effective resume as an attorney: Tailor your resume: Tailor your resume to the specific job and law...
Caroline McInnis
Mar 29, 2022


Setting Boundaries as a Law Firm Associate
Setting boundaries with your workload as a law firm associate attorney can be challenging, but it is important for maintaining your...
Caroline McInnis
Mar 20, 2022


Partner Considerations: Making a Lateral Move to a New Firm
When a law firm partner is considering moving to a new firm, there are several important considerations to keep in mind. Here are some of...
Caroline McInnis
Mar 10, 2022


Interview Tip: Lateral Associate Attorney Law Firm Interview Questions
If you're interviewing for an associate attorney position in a law firm, it's important to ask questions that will help you understand...
Caroline McInnis
Mar 8, 2022


Interview Tip: Preparing for your Lateral Attorney Law Firm Interview
Research the firm: Before the interview, research the firm's history, practice areas, clients, and recent news or developments. This will...
Caroline McInnis
Feb 22, 2022


Law Firm Partner Compensation Structures
Partner compensation structures in law firms can vary greatly depending on the size, practice areas, and financial performance of the...
Caroline McInnis
Feb 15, 2022


Tips for Interviewing with Law Firms Over Zoom Video
Here are some tips for a successful law firm interview over Zoom: Test your technology: Make sure your computer, camera, microphone, and...
Caroline McInnis
Feb 1, 2022
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