Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson

Episode 126: Billable Hours Are Not Just About One Number


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In this episode, Ann delves into the essential numbers that paralegals working in law firms with billable hour requirements must track. She breaks down the key metrics of utilization, realization, and productivity, offering valuable advice on how paralegals can improve these numbers and enhance their performance in a competitive legal environment. 

To see the calculations that Ann goes through in this episode, you can see them here: https://paralegal-bootcamp.com/paralegal-billable-hours-numbers-to-know/ 

Key Takeaways:
  • Improving utilization, realization, and productivity requires accurate time tracking, effective communication with billing partners, and strategic delegation of tasks to optimize workflow.

  • Embracing billable hours as an integral aspect of the job role can lead to enhanced performance, increased job security, and career advancement opportunities for paralegals.

 

BillableHourBootCamp.com is the online training and coaching program for associates and paralegals.

 

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