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Debevoise & Plimpton LLP

Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation

USA Guide 2026 : New York


Debevoise & Plimpton LLP

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Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation - New York

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Debevoise & Plimpton LLP offers robust assistance on employee benefits and executive compensation matters arising at the junction of ERISA, tax, securities and corporate governance law. The group advises on a number of issues including ERISA fiduciary responsibilities, compensation and benefit plans design and legal compliance. It regularly advises boards of directors, senior management and companies.

Work Highlights

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  • Debevoise & Plimpton LLP represented Verizon Communications on the benefits and compensation aspects of their $20 billion acquisition of Frontier Communications Parent.

Strengths

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  • The Debevoise team is impressive for their knowledge, commitment and expert guidance.

    Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleLawrence K Cagney
    Senior StatespeopleLawrence K Cagney

    Lawrence K Cagney

    Lawrence Cagney has wide-ranging experience including advising employers and fiduciaries on the design and compliance of compensation plans. He is also highly skilled in the management of compensation arrangements and employment terms for senior executives.

  • Band 2Jonathan Lewis
    Band 2Jonathan Lewis

    Jonathan Lewis

    Jonathan Lewis frequently advises on issues arising from significant corporate transactions, including the design and operation of executive compensation plans and ERISA issues.
    • He has strong intellect, compassion and he understands the endgame in every matter.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA
  • Band 5Frank Mitchell
    Band 5Frank Mitchell

    Frank Mitchell

    Frank Mitchell advises on a wide-range of employee benefits and executive compensation matters, with a particular focus on corporate M&A transactions.

    • He consistently shows a high level of expertise, good business judgment and a strong focus on being practical.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

Ranked Individuals at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP (3)

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    Lawrence K Cagney

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    Jonathan Lewis

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    Frank Mitchell

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