Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation
USA Guide 2024 : Illinois
Band 3
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+1 312 269 8000About
Provided by Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP
We help companies and executives design benefit and compensation plans that meet their objectives while complying with the regulatory maze of rules impacting such plans.
Employee Benefit Plans
We counsel clients on pension, 401(k), health care, cafeteria and other types of benefit plans, including design, administration and termination matters. When necessary, we advise fiduciaries on participant claims and defend against adverse actions by the IRS, US Department of Labor and other governmental agencies. We also advise employers on withdrawal liability assessments from union multiemployer pension funds.
Executive Compensation
We design compensation programs that focus on attracting and retaining employees by using financial incentives aligned with business objectives. Our team has worked with companies and individuals on the full range of compensation programs, including deferred, incentive and equity compensation, change-of-control arrangements and employment and termination agreements. We help executives manage the tax and regulatory implications of their compensation programs.
Corporate Transactions
We apply our extensive experience to the compensation and benefits aspects of buying, selling, merging, restructuring or taking a business public. We focus on identifying liabilities, such as unfunded pension and retiree medical benefits, to minimize the potential for unexpected post-sale liabilities.
Chambers Review
Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP is a respected firm with notable expertise in ERISA matters. It is experienced in advising on benefits plans related to corporate transactions. The firm's clients come from sectors as varied as manufacturing and private equity.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The work Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg does is excellent and we are very confident in the advice we receive from them."
"Each time we've involved the team, it was able to elucidate what our options were and the most likely consequences of each. This allowed us to make the most informed decision each time."
"Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg has always been very responsive."
"The work Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg does is excellent and we are very confident in the advice we receive from them."
"Each time we've involved the team, it was able to elucidate what our options were and the most likely consequences of each. This allowed us to make the most informed decision each time."
"Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg has always been very responsive."
Notable Practitioners
Patricia Cain is noted for her expertise in employment benefit matters and regularly works on the design and implementation of retirement plans.
"The depth of her knowledge and the depth of her understanding of our organization is so good. She is an integral part of how we operate."
"She understands our strategic needs and brings a level of consulting that challenges our thought process while providing excellent legal counsel."
Jeffrey Bakker works on issues such as ERISA compliance and designing equity compensation plans.
"Jeffrey's factual and informative temperament is one of the main reasons that we continue to enjoy working with him. He is always easy to speak with, regardless of the severity of the issue."
"I really enjoyed working with Jeff. He has great client service and great technical knowledge."
Linda Hoseman advises clients on benefit plan compliance, DOL audits, contract negotiations and fiduciary guidance.
"Linda has provided us with excellent legal advice and counsel over the years. She understands our needs and is very proactive with her ability to provide the proper guidance while listening to our concerns."
"Linda is extremely knowledgeable in her field and is always willing to help."
"She is a really good counselor who delivers sound advice."
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