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Yes, We Can ' Raise Fees

Accept the fact that those clients who value your service regardless of higher fees will remain with you, while those clients who do not want to pay a higher fee will seek other counsel.

22 minute read July 29, 2010 at 12:06 AM
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Ed Poll
Yes, We Can ' Raise Fees

After most firms have faced two-plus years of pressure by clients to cut rates, the thought of increasing fees seems a distant memory to many. In today's tough economic conditions, few lawyers at any size firm likely are considering an increase in their fees.

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