Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation - Michigan
What the team is known for
Butzel Long has a preeminent employee benefits and executive compensation practice acting for a diverse client base of domestic and international corporate employers. Highly experienced in representing clients before federal government agencies, such as the IRS, PBGC and DOL. Especially well placed to assist clients from the automotive industry and the healthcare sector. Also works closely with actuaries, accountants and other benefit consultants in the design and implementation of benefits programs.
Strengths
"They are very knowledgable about best practice and are able to provide a tremendous amount of guidance."
"Butzel Long provide excellent response times and overall service."
"Butzel has a robust team and resources available."
Work highlights
Butzel Long represented the Floridian Club in a reorganization with several related enterprises under a common paymaster.
Notable practitioners
Robert Stevenson has over 40 years' experience in benefits and compensation law and is a key part of the firm's practice.
Lynn McGuire advises on benefit and compensation issues in a wide range of contexts, including in regard to M&A. "Lynn is very knowledgable, responsive and does a very good job of clarifying confusing issues." "I trust her advice and recommendations implicitly. She provides us with peace of mind." "Her work is always comprehensive and she goes the extra mile to put things into lay terms."
Andrew Stumpff is a respected figure, with notable recent experience acting for non-union retiree organizations. "Andrew is a consummate professional and a pleasure to work with. He provides advice and expertise about a wide variety of employee benefit topics." "Andrew is very helpful and up-to-date in his knowledge of prevailing commercial practices." "He is very capable."
Mark Jane is a partner with deep expertise in a variety of benefit plans. "Mark is very detail-oriented and a good advocate." "Mark always provides accurate, timely and professional work in every instance. He is a pleasure to work with." "He is a trusted partner that remains our go-to for advice!"
