1. Managing Partner/Equity Partner – Senior-most attorneys with ownership interest in the firm.
2. Partner (Non-Equity) – Senior attorneys, often with leadership roles but no ownership interest.
3. Of Counsel/Special Counsel – Experienced attorneys who are not partners but may have special expertise or a long-standing relationship with the firm.
4. Senior Associate – More experienced than a regular associate, typically nearing consideration for partnership. Senior associates manage significant cases, mentor junior associates, and often handle more complex legal matters.
5. Mid-Level Associate – Attorneys with several years of experience, handling substantive legal work with increasing responsibility.
6. Junior Associate – Newer attorneys, generally focused on research, drafting, and less complex legal tasks.
7. Paralegal – Legal assistants who support attorneys by handling paperwork, research, and administrative tasks.
8. Law Clerk – Law students or recent graduates assisting attorneys with research, drafting, and other work under supervision.
In some firms, there may be additional nuances in titles or hierarchies, but this structure is typical.
