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Alston & Bird LLP

Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation

USA Guide 2026 : District of Columbia

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Alston & Bird LLP

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Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation - District of Columbia

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Alston & Bird is praised for its specialized expertise in representing both employers and providers in an array of employee benefits and executive compensation matters. The group has significant experience in litigating ERISA disputes as well as providing advice on employee benefits matters pertaining to corporate transactions.
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Work Highlights

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  • Alston & Bird represented the Mayo Clinic as a plan sponsor of the Mayo Clinic Health Plan, in connection with a lawsuit challenging the way the plan reimburses for certain types of out-of-network mental health services.

Strengths

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  • The team delivers practical guidance and is accessible and responsive.

    Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

  • Alston & Bird informed us on current developments, anticipate our needs and is a true partner to the company in assuring compliance.

    Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

  • The quality and accuracy of the work performed on our behalf is outstanding along with guidance to help us navigate complex benefit matters.

    Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • David R Godofsky
    David R Godofsky

    David R Godofsky

    David Godofsky is frequently sought after for his ability to restructure and redesign 401(k) plans, handle contentious matters involving benefit plans and also advises on actuarial issues.

    • His actuarial background gives him a unique perspective in a complex field that greatly works to the advantage of his client.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

    • He is a technical expert, thoroughly informed on current developments and trends, creative and always responsive.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

    • He is super commercial in the advice he gives and keeps us at the forefront of his mind.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

    • David Godofsky is the best ERISA lawyer we know of.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA
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  • Emily Costin
    Emily Costin

    Emily Costin

    Emily Costin is a respected litigator who handles a range of employee benefit claims.

    • She kept the matter moving forward and got us to a resolution.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

    • She has really good experience in this technical area.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA
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  • Syed Fahad Saghir
    Syed Fahad Saghir

    Syed Fahad Saghir

    Syed Fahad Saghir often advises on retirement plan issues and benefit restriction.

    • Fahad gets the work done efficiently and provides superior service to the client.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

    • Fahad is very knowledgeable and responsive. He's a pleasure to work with.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA
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Ranked Individuals at Alston & Bird LLP (3)

District of Columbia

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    David R Godofsky

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    Emily Costin

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    Syed Fahad Saghir

    Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation

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