Your hourly rate as a contract attorney on Hire an Esquire will vary from your typical billable rate to clients. This is because your rate on our platform does not include overhead costs and other common expenses, though it may include time that is not billable to your employer’s ultimate end client. A good rule to follow in establishing an hourly contract rate is to divide your yearly salary by 2,000. This will give you a realistic starting point. During the application process, you are able to list an acceptable range and can negotiate a final rate before accepting any job offers.