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Warner Norcross + Judd LLP

Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation

USA Guide 2026 : Michigan


Warner Norcross + Judd LLP

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Provided by Warner Norcross + Judd LLP

As one of the largest and most adept Employee Benefits/Executive Compensation law practices in Michigan, Warner Norcross + Judd offers an array of customizable employer services. We help Fortune 100 companies, small businesses, family-owned businesses, nonprofits, government entities and service providers design, develop, manage and maintain creative and compliant retirement plans, health and welfare plans and executive compensation programs. Delivering cost-effective expertise that will give your business a competitive advantage is at the core of our practice. We invite you to connect with our professionals and explore our services.

Industries (14)

  • Agribusiness and Food
  • Automotive
  • Construction
  • Craft Brewery
  • Emerging Media and Technologies
  • Financial Services
  • Higher Education
  • Life Sciences
  • Mining
  • Oil and Gas
  • Real Estate Development
  • Securities
  • Aerospace and Defense
  • Healthcare

Chambers Review

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Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation - Michigan

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Warner Norcross + Judd has a dominant presence in the Michigan market and is known for advising on the intricacies of the Internal Revenue Code as it relates to qualified and nonqualified plans, health and welfare plans and executive compensation. The firm is also well placed to advise on ERISA legislation and is particularly adept at drafting and implementing ESOPs.

Work Highlights

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  • Warner Norcross + Judd served as ERISA counsel for Auto-Owners Insurance Company in defending a 401(k) class-action lawsuit.

Strengths

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  • Warner Norcross + Judd is like an extension of our team. It really gets our culture and advises accordingly.

    Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA
  • Warner Norcross + Judd is a top firm. It has a deep, sophisticated employee benefits and executive compensation practice.

    Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA
  • The team has a deep knowledge and provides helpful insights into regulatory agencies, practical advice and creative and compliant solutions.

    Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA
  • Warner Norcross + Judd has been able to address all complex issues that we've worked through with them.

    Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleMary Jo Larson
    Senior StatespeopleMary Jo Larson

    Mary Jo Larson

    Mary Larson has particular expertise in pension plans. She advises on de-risking issues, with further experience relating to the merging and termination of pension plans.

    • Mary Jo is always aware of what is going on, understands our company needs and how we like things done. It's great working with her.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA
  • Band 1Lisa B Zimmer
    Band 1Lisa B Zimmer

    Lisa B Zimmer

    Lisa Zimmer is well-versed in employee benefits matters, especially those relating to defined benefit pension plans.

    • Lisa is always aware of our needs and offers options to help us even when we don't know we need help. Her timing on everything is great.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA
    • Lisa is an excellent employee benefits specialist.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA
  • Band 2Heidi A. Lyon
    Band 2Heidi A. Lyon

    Heidi A. Lyon

    Heidi Lyon practices employee benefits law and has a focus on executive compensation and retirement plan matters.
    • Heidi is an invaluable member of my external attorney roster.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA
  • Band 3Justin W. Stemple
    Band 3Justin W. Stemple

    Justin W. Stemple

    Justin Stemple has extensive abilities in this field, with notable expertise concerning ESOPs and employee retirement plans.
    • It's always a pleasure working with Justin.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA
  • Band 4Jennifer Watkins
    Band 4Jennifer Watkins

    Jennifer Watkins

    Jennifer Watkins is an experienced adviser on retirement and compensation plans.

    • It's great working with Jennifer.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA
    • I'm very pleased with Jennifer Watkins.

      Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation respondentUSA

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