Compensation and Benefits

Bass, Berry & Sims is committed to developing our attorneys both professionally and personally.  As a part of that commitment, our firm offers competitive compensation and benefits.

The current starting salary for first-year associates is $110,000 per year.  Our firm also offers a wide variety of benefits, including:
  • Choice of three medical plans, including one high-deductible medical plan with health savings account option (with year-end credit for opting out of coverage)
  • Dental plan
  • Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
  • Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Salary Continuation (90 days) for medical and/or maternity leave
  • Long-term Care
  • Domestic Partner benefits
  • Savings Plans - 401(k) and 529 College Savings
  • Pre-tax payroll deductions for parking
  • Bar Exam and Registration Reimbursements
  • Professional Association Membership Fees ($300 stipend)
  • Continuing Legal Education Reimbursements
  • Relocation Expense Reimbursements
  • PDA Equipment option
  • Corporate discounted memberships at select health clubs*

*In some offices