It was solely earlier this year that the Biglaw world obtained its newest mega agency following the merger of Herbert Smith Freehills and Kramer Levin. The mixed agency grosses greater than $2 billion, and so they’re placing all that money to good use — affiliate bonuses.
Earlier at the moment, Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer unveiled its first affiliate bonus scale, matching the market commonplace with each year-end and particular bonuses for associates in good standing. The bonus scale is as follows:
Bonuses will probably be paid on February 13, 2026. The complete memo is accessible beneath.
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