Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation

Employee benefits programs are crucial for the recruitment and retention of top talent. In a highly competitive business environment, a well-drafted and well-administered employee benefit plan can lower an employer’s costs and provide a competitive advantage. We advise employers on all aspects of benefit-related laws and we work closely with them to develop, implement, and maintain a benefits strategy that supports their overall business objectives.

When plans have been administered, operated, or interpeted improperly, we assist clients in identifying and correcting the problems. Sometimes those problems remain undetected until the plan is audited. In that instance, we advocate on behalf of clients before the Internal Revenue Service, the Department of Labor, and the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation, as well as in appellate, bankruptcy, and federal district courts. We also handle employee benefits issues in mergers and acquisitions, company restructuring, and litigation.

Our clients are a diverse group of employers, from publicly traded to closely-held companies, nonprofit groups, hospitals, associations, and governmental entities. While appreciating that each client has different objectives, we work closely with them to create benefit arrangements that meet their specific needs Our strength lies in helping clients navigate the complex laws and regulations governing plans, avoid compliance issues, and resolve problems efficiently.