In 2025, Corning Incorporated’s Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Michaune D. Tillman, received total compensation of approximately $9 million. This figure encompasses her base salary, performance-based bonuses, and equity awards. Tillman joined Corning in March 2024, bringing extensive experience from her previous role as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at Worthington Steel, Inc. At…
Goldman Sachs is witnessing a significant shift in its legal department as Karen Seymour, the bank’s general counsel, plans to exit with an impressive $25 million package. Seymour, who has been a pivotal legal figure since joining Goldman in 2018, is reportedly stepping down amidst investigative scrutiny related to ties with Jeffrey Epstein, the disgraced…
In the ongoing legal proceedings involving Anthropic, the authors’ lawyers have strategically chosen to lower their fees request in a bid to gain approval for a settlement agreement. This move underscores the complex interactions between legal strategies and the quest for fair compensation in copyright infringement cases. The adjustment comes as the attorneys aim to…
In the dynamic realm of corporate compensation, Valero Energy Corporation’s General Counsel has seen a notable increase in salary, nearing the $8 million mark for the fiscal year 2025. This development underscores the increasing trends in executive pay packages across the energy sector, aligning with industry standards aimed at attracting and retaining top legal talent….
In 2025, Prologis Inc.’s newly appointed Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel, Deborah Briones, earned nearly $5 million in total compensation. Briones, who assumed the role on January 1, 2025, following the retirement of Edward Nekritz, received a base salary of $650,000, a bonus of $714,000, stock awards valued at $6,545,135, and other compensation totaling…
In a significant decision, a state high court has clarified that Amazon is required to compensate its employees for mandatory pre-shift activities, aligning with the plain interpretation of the state’s wage laws. This decision highlights the distinct legal boundaries between state and federal wage regulations. The ruling emanated from a certified question addressing whether federal…
Recent findings from a survey have highlighted critical issues faced by non-equity partners in law firms, notably pay disparities and burnout. The survey, reported by Bloomberg Law, shows that many non-equity partners feel they are not fairly compensated in comparison to their equity-holding counterparts, raising significant concerns about compensation structures within top law firms. Non-equity…
A federal judge has allowed a lawsuit by former UPS employees to proceed, in which they allege the company failed to honor promised referral bonuses. The decision marks a significant step forward for the plaintiffs, who claim they were underpaid for successfully referring new hires, contrary to the compensation terms initially advertised by UPS. One…
Audrey Boone Tillman, Aflac Incorporated’s Executive Vice President and General Counsel, saw her total compensation rise to $5.9 million in 2025, marking a significant increase from the previous year’s $4.5 million. ([fintool.com](https://fintool.com/app/research/companies/AFL/people/audrey-tillman?utm_source=openai)) This compensation package comprised a base salary of $750,000, a non-equity incentive plan compensation of $1,229,625, stock awards valued at $2,215,530, and other…
The general counsel of Aflac Inc., the Georgia-based insurance company, experienced a significant increase in compensation in 2025, receiving nearly $6 million. This substantial pay rise reflects broader trends in executive compensation, particularly for legal executives who play crucial roles in navigating complex regulatory environments and corporate governance issues. As reported, the general counsel’s pay…
In a significant financial move, Wells Fargo has announced that its General Counsel, Ellen Patterson, is set to receive a $4 million bonus, bringing her total compensation to more than $12 million by 2025. This decision underscores the bank’s commitment to rewarding its top executives amid ongoing legal challenges and regulatory scrutiny, a strategy aimed…
Primo Brands has drawn attention after disclosing nearly $7 million in severance packages awarded to its former CEO and General Counsel. This substantial financial commitment highlights the complexities involved in corporate leadership transitions and the strategic considerations behind executive compensation. The details, reported by Law360, show that the departure agreements were instituted as part of…
The Delaware Corporation Law Council has made a decision that will likely have significant implications for corporate litigation: it will not recommend the imposition of caps on legal fees in shareholder suits. This decision emerges amid ongoing debates about the costs associated with such litigation and its impact on corporate governance. Delaware has long been…
The landscape of trans-Atlantic law firms is undergoing a significant transformation due to a surge in mergers, profoundly impacting the legal hiring market. The combination of firms across the Atlantic is reshaping recruitment strategies, compensation structures, and career trajectories for legal professionals in both Europe and the United States. According to Bloomberg Law, these mergers…
A recent lawsuit has been filed by a former client against a prominent law firm listed in the NLJ 500, seeking compensation for an alleged underlying $1.8 million judgment. The litigation has been initiated in the United States District Court, where the plaintiff claims that the firm’s negligent legal advice resulted in significant financial loss….
In a Massachusetts federal court, a recent development has emerged in the settled harassment lawsuit involving eBay. An attorney who previously represented the plaintiffs is now seeking assurances of payment before the dismissal of the case is officially entered. This request highlights the ongoing complexities faced by legal professionals even after a settlement has been…
Hilton Grand Vacations’ general counsel witnessed a decline in compensation, down to $4.7 million in 2025, shedding light on the wage trends within the hospitality sector. Such changes in executive compensation often reflect broader industry shifts, as well as company-specific strategies and performance considerations. The specifics of this adjustment were detailed in a recent report,…
In a notable disclosure, the financial details of Equifax’s chief legal officers have come to light, highlighting the significant compensatory trends within corporate legal departments. The former and current Chief Legal Officers (CLOs) of Equifax collectively earned $10 million in 2025, underscoring the lucrative nature of top legal positions in major corporations. Such figures are…
DLA Piper, one of the world’s largest law firms, is recalibrating its compensation system, specifically how partner credits are assigned for shared work. This initiative comes on the heels of the firm’s decision to abandon its complex “verein” structure. The firm aims to enhance collaboration among partners by encouraging them to take advantage of the…
In a recent legal development, the Indiana-based Kopka Pinkus Dolin PC has decided to dismiss its lawsuit against Quintairos Prieto Wood & Boyer PA. Initially, the suit accused the Florida-based firm of causing a “mass exodus” of attorneys from Kopka, which reportedly had substantial effects on its operations. This decision to withdraw the lawsuit was…
Liberty Media’s Chief Legal Officer (CLO) recently saw a substantial increase in compensation to $7.8 million in 2025, reflecting broader trends in executive pay adjustments within the media industry. This significant rise highlights the evolving role of legal executives as strategic partners in navigating complex regulatory environments and corporate governance challenges. The considerable increase in…
The recent disclosure of compensation figures for Uniy’s General Counsel (GC) has caught considerable attention in the legal and corporate sectors. The announcement, revealing a reduction in compensation to $1.8 million for the year 2025, marks a notable change from previous years. This adjustment reflects broader trends and strategic decisions within the company. Details about…
In a recent ruling, the State Supreme Court held that judicial branches cannot override legislative funding decisions concerning the compensation of legal advocates involved in indigent defense cases. The court emphasized its position by stating, “It is not within the judiciary’s constitutionally circumscribed role to second-guess the legislature’s judgment as to the most effective system…
Abbott Laboratories’ recently retired General Counsel, Hubert Allen, earned a significant sum of nearly $6.6 million in merely half a year, reflecting the robust compensation packages awarded to top executives in the pharmaceutical industry. Allen, who left his role in March 2023, saw his earnings bolstered by a combination of base salary, bonuses, and stock…
In a notable development for the legal community, Edison International has announced a significant pay increase for its General Counsel, effective in 2025. This adjustment will see the total compensation package rise to $5 million, primarily driven by substantial cash awards. The move reflects the evolving market dynamics and the increasing emphasis on aligning executive…