DAVIS POLK & WARDWELL MEMORANDUM 2015

ASSOCIATE BONUSES
From: DeSantis, Renee M. On Behalf Of Management
Committee
Sent: Thursday, December 10, 2015
Cc: All Partners
Subject: 2015 Associate Bonuses
We are pleased to announce that associates in good
standing will receive a bonus payment as outlined below
(subject to pro-ration for part time arrangements and
Class of 2015 start dates). Bonuses will be paid on
December 24th. Bonuses for counsel and other attorneys
with special arrangements will be determined on an
individual basis and will be communicated and paid
according to the normal time schedule.
Class of 2015 $15,000
Class of 2014 $15,000
Class of 2013 $25,000
Class of 2012 $50,000
Class of 2011 $65,000
Class of 2010 $80,000
Class of 2009 $90,000
Class of 2008 and earlier $100,000
We thank you for your hard work and many successes for
our clients over the past year. At this time, please do think
about our clients whose loyalty to us enables our firms
success and your development and who, in some cases, are
facing very difficult business and market conditions.
Also, in your holiday giving plans, bear in mind the many
good and needy causes in our cities and countries which
benefit from the generosity and community support that is

a hallmark of our firm. We wish all of you a wonderful

holiday season.
The Management Committee