Top Lawyers' Fees Have Skyrocketed. Be Prepared to Pay $3,400 an Hour
walterbell Friday, February 20, 2026
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A lawyer in New York City charged an hourly rate of $3,400, setting a new record for the highest known legal billing rate in the United States. The article examines the factors leading to the rise of sky-high legal fees and the debate surrounding the affordability of legal services for the average person.
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