Law360: $3,000 An Hour? See How Brewer Redefines Legal Value

August 28, 2025 – Law360 recently profiled Brewer, Attorneys & Counselors partner William A. Brewer III and the bold business model behind his firm.

The article highlights how the firm raised its top rate to $3,000 per hour – one of the highest among boutique firms – not to drive away clients, but to encourage innovative fee structures that reward results.

Brewer tells Law360: “Honestly, we haven’t had any resistance at all, which tells me that we could probably set my rate and rates for others higher than they are, because I’m not hearing any complaining.” Brewer tells Law360 that, at the moment, about half the firm’s work is still billed hourly.

Brewer demonstrates how innovative fee structures – such as contingency or performance-based arrangements – can generate returns far exceeding traditional hourly rates.” The piece also underscores Brewer’s commitment to talent, with first-year associate salaries now starting at $300,000.

The article positions Brewer as a firm redefining value in legal services – proving that small firms can deliver big-firm impact while embracing creative approaches to client partnerships.

Read the article.