The Lehman Formula (also known as the Lehman Fee or Lehman Scale or Double Lehman Formula) is a commonly used method for defining compensation owed to M&A Advisors, deal brokers, investment bankers for arranging a transaction. The Lehman Scale typically refers only to the success fee paid to the Advisors (M&A, Brokers, Investment Bankers) for successfully closing a deal.
| Average Fee | 0% |
| Total Fee | $0 |
| Double Percentage Lehman ("Modern Lehman") | Amount |
|---|---|
| 10% of the first $1 million, plus | $0 |
| 9% of the second $1 million, plus | $0 |
| 8% of the third $1 million, plus | $0 |
| 7% of the fourth $1 million, plus | $0 |
| 6% of the fifth $1 million, plus | $0 |
| 5% of the sixth $1 million, plus | $0 |
| 4% of the seventh $1 million, plus | $0 |
| 3% of the eighth $1 million and everything above. | $0 |