ROI Influencers: Law 2022
William Barrett
Mandelbaum Barrett
CEO
University of Virginia School of Law
The firm’s revenues and head count have doubled since he was named co-CEO seven years ago. Despite having more than 100 attorneys, the firm runs at 50% profitability, which is unheard of for a firm of this size. … Firm’s success is based on attraction and retention — and culture, which stresses quality of life. Barrett has placed strong emphasis on cultivating professional staff by providing educational programs and establishing recognition programs. More than 50 of its 180 employees have been there for more than 10 years. Only four equity partners have left since 1999 — and one came back.
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