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Bernstein Shur's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation attorneys offer clients expertise in employee benefits, executive compensation, and the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). The team works with a wide variety of employers, including health care entities, businesses, nonprofits, municipalities, and individuals, on ERISA requirements and liabilities, Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MEPERS) compliance and controversies, as well as the tax and ERISA implications of mergers and acquisitions. In addition, the team represents employee benefits brokers, employee-owned companies (i.e., “ESOPs”), multiple employer welfare arrangements (“MEWAs”) – as well as other large insured and self-insured health plans. The group has additional experience in the areas of flexible benefit plans, deferred compensation arrangements, split-dollar arrangements, health and life insurance plans, and stock-related compensation arrangements.

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What the Team is Known For

Bernstein Shur is recognized for its work in the employee benefit and executive compensation space. The team regularly advises a diverse range of clients on various matters, including tax and ERISA implications, ESOP transactions and MEPERS compliance.

Work Highlights

  • Bernstein Shur advised Health Access Solutions on the development and formation of the world’s first medical cost-sharing cooperative.

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Steven Gerlach is highly regarded for his work on employee benefits law, with a particular focus on tax, ERISA and Affordable Care Act matters.

Steve is a huge asset and pleasure to work with.

Steve is a partner in every sense of the word. He has my complete trust.

He provides exceptional service.

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