Vinson & Elkins LLP

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Firm Summary

Founded in Houston in 1917, Vinson & Elkins was one of the first major players in the Texas energy law scene. While the firm has grown to 12 offices worldwide, today it's still considered the go-to firm for clients in the energy, oil and gas, and clean tech/renewable energy sectors. They also offer expert services in the areas of technology, banking/finance, M&A/private equity, real estate, media, complex litigation, and tax. In 1971, they became one of the oldest U.S. law firms to have a London office.

Firm Stats

Firm Name
Vinson & Elkins LLP
U.S. Lawyer Headcount
655
Headcount Change Since 2016
Overall +79 Partner -23
Salary Scale
Market +
Bonus Category
Full Match
Mandatory Arbitration?
No
Average Lawyer Tenure at Firm (Years)
5.0
Revenue Per Lawyer Change Over Five Years
16%
Women Partners (as Percentage of U.S. Lawyer Headcount)
4%
Women Partners (As a Percentage of U.S. Partnership)
16%
Promotion Rate
2%
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Firm Policies

Work/Life Balance
  • 18 weeks primary caregiver leave
  • 12 weeks family leave
  • Flex and/or reduced hours
  • Subsidized backup care/emergency dependent care
  • Telecommuting
  • Mentoring
Benefits and Perks
  • Bar review course, exam expenses
  • $3K bar spend or signing/graduation bonus
  • $10K salary advance
  • Firm has direct billing with preferred movers, employees receive preferred treatment from specific lenders
  • $10K stub bonus (New York only)

Above the Law Coverage

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