Law Firm Bonus Strategies for Fair Attorney Compensation

Jan Sander | PerformLaw

Jan Sander, MBA, has been a Management Consultant at PerformLaw for over seven years. Jan develops well-structured systems and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in areas such as associate and partner performance, growth management, marketing, practice planning, and strategic transitions.

On-Demand: February 6, 2025

2 hour CLE

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Program Summary

This program provides a comprehensive guide to designing and implementing bonus structures that align with law firm values, promote attorney performance, and enhance retention. Compensation strategies in law firms require a nuanced balance between motivating billable work, fostering collaboration, and recognizing non-billable contributions such as mentoring, client development, and leadership.

Key topics to be discussed:

How does fair compensation play a key role in retaining talent
Various bonus strategies
Law firm goals considerations

Closed-captioning available

Speakers

Jan Sander | PerformLaw

Jan Sander, MBA, has been a Management Consultant at PerformLaw for over seven years, specializing in optimizing law firm operations and team performance. Jan develops well-structured systems and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in areas such as associate and partner performance, growth management, marketing, practice planning, and strategic transitions. Using a personalized and analytical approach, Jan works closely with law firms to refine procedures that empower individuals, promote collaboration, and achieve lasting success.

Agenda

I. How does fair compensation play a key role in retaining talent | 1:00pm – 2:00pm

Break | 2:00pm – 2:10pm

II. Various bonus strategies | 2:10pm – 2:40pm

Best practices
Advantages and disadvantages

III. Law firm goals considerations | 2:40pm – 3:10pm

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