Smith, Hemmesch, Burke & Kaczynski

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Salary Information from Survey of Current Attorneys by BCG Attorney Search

What is the name of your employer?	Smith, Hemmesch, Burke & Kaczynski
Where is your employer located?	Chicago, Illinois
How many attorneys are working for your employer at your location?	6 to 10
How many attorneys work for your employer (all locations)?	6 to 10
How long have you worked for your current employer (number of years and months)?	3 years 4 months
What is your practice setting?	Law Firm
Law Firm	Law Firm Attorney
Law Firm Attorney	Associate
What is your primary practice area?	Real Estate
Are your clients primarily:	Medium to small size companies (more than 70%) and wealthy individuals
How are you paid?	Salary + Bonus
What is your base salary?	$50,001- $75,000
How much is your bonus?	$2,501- $5,000
What was your annual compensation for 2021 excluding bonuses?	$60,001 to $75,000
What is your estimated annual compensation for 2022 excluding bonuses?	$75,001 - $100,000
How is eligibility for your bonus determined?	Subjective
What other types of cash compensation does your employer provide to its attorneys besides the base salary?	Profit-sharing,Other
Other(Please specify)	Salary, annual bonus, profit sharing, cash balance, percentage for referrals
How much do you expect to receive in bonuses this year?	$1000- $5,000
How many hours did you bill in 2021?	25? Our files are mostly contingency and flat fee.
How many hours do you think you will bill in 2022?	25
What additional benefits does your employer offer to its attorneys?	Retirement Savings Plan,Paternity/Maternity Leave,Professional Membership Dues,Travel Expenses,Life Insurance,Medical Insurance,Paid Time Off
Assuming you are employed with the same employer in 2023, do you expect to receive a raise at the beginning of the year? If so, how much (in dollars)?	5%? It\'s my first year so I really don\'t know.
When was the last time your salary increased?	Never. It\'s my first year.
Which benefit/perk offered by a prospective employer would most motivate you to accept an offer?	Opportunities for Professional Advancement,Higher Compensation,Location,Better Benefits,More prestige,Better culture,Work/Life Balance (Fewer Billable Hours),More perks and benefits,Mentorship,Hybrid Remote/In-office Work Arrangement,More important clients,More responsibility,More meaningful work,Fully remote position,Ability to work part-time
Are you interested in changing jobs?	Yes
Does your employer plan to hire new attorneys in the next twelve (12) months?	Unsure
If applicable, what types of attorneys and at what level do you believe your most recent employer likely to hire in the next 12 months?	Once I leave, I expect they\'ll hire whoever is cheap.
Which employers are former employees most likely to move to when they leave your employer? List as many as you like.	I don\'t have an answer for this.

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