November 25, 2025

As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, the spirit of giving is in full swing at Holwell Shuster & Goldberg, where associates are set to receive a hefty dose of holiday cheer in the form of substantial year-end bonuses. This commercial litigation boutique, known for nurturing early career litigators with substantial trial experience, has proudly announced its decision to match the industry-leading Cravath scale, including the much-talked-about Milbank summer bonuses.
Founded in 2012 by the esteemed former Southern District of New York Judge Richard Holwell and his accomplished colleagues from White & Case, Holwell Shuster & Goldberg has quickly distinguished itself as a premier destination for ambitious litigators. The firm's recent bonus announcement underlines its commitment to rewarding the hard work and successes achieved by its team.
The bonuses are expected to hit the associates' bank accounts by late December, ensuring a festive end to the year. According to the firm’s announcement, this gesture is a token of appreciation for the associates' significant contributions to the firm's impressive legal victories and their role in maintaining the firm's status as a top-tier legal service provider.
The firm's gratitude was further expressed in a heartfelt note to its associates, included in the bonus memo: "We are proud of our continued commitment to providing top-tier legal services and the impressive victories that we have earned for our clients as a result. You are all a big part of what makes the firm’s successes possible and why HSG remains a very special place to practice law."
This announcement not only celebrates the achievements of Holwell Shuster & Goldberg’s associates but also sets a tone of high expectation and reward within the legal community. It's a clear message that the firm values its team and recognizes their efforts with more than just words.
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Congratulations to all the associates at Holwell Shuster & Goldberg! This bonus season, the firm has truly given its team members something extra to be thankful for.