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Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton

Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation

USA Guide 2026 : District of Columbia

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Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton

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As federal and state laws governing benefits and compensation grow more complex, it is critical for companies to have highly experienced counsel to develop sophisticated plans in all areas of employee benefits. Our attorneys offer consultation on executive and broad-based benefit plan design in keeping with all relevant regulatory demands. The transactional dimension of our practice includes evaluating benefit programs and advising on strategies to contain costs, limit liability, and protect benefits during the course of a merger or acquisition. We also represent clients facing government and private party litigation and state and federal agency adjudicatory proceedings.

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Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation - District of Columbia

Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton is respected for its expertise in handling a variety of employee benefits and executive compensation issues including various leave programs, lump sum derisking and ERISA litigation. The team frequently advises clients on regulatory compliance and issues relating to M&A transactions. The firm is noted for its experience in assisting national and international clients.

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Work Highlights

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  • Kilpatrick Townsend Stockton assisted Shore Bancshares (formerly The Community Financial Corporation) following its $254 million merger with developing a new compensation and benefits program, including designing and drafting an equity incentive plan, an employee stock purchase plan, and a Change in Control Severance Plan.

Strengths

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  • Every contact at the firm is knowledgeable and responsive to inquiries and makes me feel as if we are the only client.

    Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

  • The firm has a deep understanding and knowledge and has helped us stay informed on industry and regulatory changes.

    Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

  • Kilpatrick has experts in their fields, and their advice is really expert legal advice but with a practical lens.

    Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Mark D Wincek
    Mark D Wincek

    Mark D Wincek

    Mark Wincek is a seasoned employee benefits and executive compensation lawyer. His wide-ranging practice encompasses derisking pension plans, compliance and controversy matters during Department of Labor investigations.

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  • Lois Colbert
    Lois Colbert

    Lois Colbert

    Lois Colbert heads up the firm's employee benefits and executive compensation practice. Lois advises clients on the design, administration and compliance of a range of benefit plans. She also counsels clients on benefits and compensation issues related to M&A transactions.

    • She is very knowledgeable on all areas ERISA-related.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

    • Lois is wonderful to work with.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

    • Lois is extremely knowledgeable and has seen us through many challenges.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA
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    Mark D Wincek

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    Lois Colbert

    Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation

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