It was only earlier this year that the Biglaw world got its latest mega firm following the merger of Herbert Smith Freehills and Kramer Levin. The combined firm grosses more than $2 billion, and they’re putting all that cash to good use — associate bonuses.
Earlier today, Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer unveiled its first associate bonus scale, matching the market standard with both year-end and special bonuses for associates in good standing. The bonus scale is as follows:
Bonuses will be paid on February 13, 2026. The full memo is available below.
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