Hibernia Corporation Director Retainer and Meeting Fees Schedule for Outside Directors

Summary

This document outlines the compensation structure for outside directors of Hibernia Corporation, effective after the 2005 Annual Meeting of Shareholders for retainer fees and from October 1, 2004 for meeting fees. It specifies annual retainer amounts for directors, the chairman, and vice chairman, as well as per-meeting fees for board and committee meetings, including special rates for telephonic conference calls. The agreement ensures outside directors are compensated for their service and participation in meetings.

EX-10.71 8 exhibit1071.htm HIBERNIA CORPORATION DIRECTOR RETAINER AND MEETING FEES FOR OUTSIDE DIRECTORS

Exhibit 10.71

Director Retainer and Meeting Fees for Outside Directors

Retainer fees effective after 2005 Annual Meeting of Shareholders
Meeting fees effective October 1, 2004

Retainer Fees:    
Director  $20,000  
Chairman  $70,000  
Vice Chairman  $45,000  
 
Board Meetings: 
Director  $  1,350  
Chairman  $  1,900  
Vice Chairman  $  1,700  
 
Committee Meetings: 
Director  $  1,350  
Audit Chairman  $  1,900  
Other Committee Chairmen  $  1,700  
 
Fees for Single-Topic Telephonic 
Conference Call Meetings: 
Reg O or other matters  $     250