Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld has become the latest Big Law firm to dole out a “special bonus” to associates and counsel in recognition of their extra work during the Covid-19 pandemic.
The firm is matching the pay scale set by Davis Polk & Wardwell in early September, which gives associates an extra lump sum of $7,500 to $40,000 depending on their seniority. Other wealthy firms, including Debevoise & Plimpton, Milbank, Shearman & Sterling, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, and Sullivan & Cromwell have also issued such bonuses.
“We are extremely grateful for all you have contributed to the ...