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Four Thousand an Hour Arrives in US Big Law Billing

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Reuters reports the new top line for Susman Godfrey’s trial stars and sets it against peers where rates already crossed three thousand last year. Public filings and prior coverage show Latham partners at just over three thousand and Quinn Emanuel partners near that mark, with associates at some shops topping one thousand six hundred.

Four thousand is not only a flex, but also one that needs to be ‘sold’ to clients. If law firms want this price to clear, they must show time saved, risk shifted and outcomes earned.
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Navigating Texas DWI Laws in 2025: What Every Driver Should Know

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Image source: Shutterstock Ah, Texas. Land of wide-open spaces, big steaks, and, unfortunately, some pretty hefty consequences if you decide to mix driving with one too many margaritas. Staying on the right side of the law requires knowing the rules, especially when it comes to Driving While Intoxicated (DWI). With enforcement efforts constantly adapting and

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How Early Expert Witness Involvement Shapes Case Outcomes

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Expert Witness Zach Barreto, Director, Expert Institute Expert witnesses can make or break a case—but only if they’re brought in at the right time. When attorneys wait too long, they risk missing key facts, weakening their strategy, and losing valuable opportunities. Getting experts involved early helps build a stronger, more focused case from the very

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