King & Spalding and Alston & Bird have recently announced their associate bonus scales, aligning with prevailing market standards.
At King & Spalding, associates are required to log 2,400 “productive” hours annually to maintain good standing. This includes at least 1,950 billable hours, with the remainder dedicated to activities such as business development and professional growth. This policy aims to foster professional development and ensure the fulfillment of client needs. ([elawnj.com](https://elawnj.com/blog/article_1755549446_0_1.html?utm_source=openai))
Alston & Bird has set a 2,000-hour billable requirement for bonus eligibility. Associates who meet this threshold are eligible for year-end bonuses, with additional bonuses available for those billing over 2,200 hours. ([legacy.vault.com](https://legacy.vault.com/company-profiles/law/alston-bird-llp/company-associate-reviews?utm_source=openai))
These announcements reflect the firms’ commitment to competitive compensation structures, balancing market standards with internal performance metrics.