The final overall rating is a composite of individual ratings and level of importance. Certain skills are more important or less important depending on the duties of the attorney. Therefore, the rater gives more weight to certain skills and less to others depending upon the job responsibilities. The overall rating is not determined simply by adding up the ratings on individuals skills, but is a composite of all individual ratings and their level of importance. Exceeds all job requirements.
Performance is clearly exceptional.
Meets job requirements and exceeds some. Overall performance is above satisfactory level. Work product is very thorough and well done. Able to meet challenging objectives. Performance is clearly above expected level.