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Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP

ERISA Litigation

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ERISA Litigation - USA - Nationwide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP fields notable expertise in representing fiduciaries and employers in class action and single plaintiff litigation. The firm has particular strength in ERISA claims involving breach of fiduciary duty, stock drop and prohibited transactions. It is also able to advise plan sponsors and administrators on ERISA compliance.
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Work Highlights

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  • Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP represented Northern Trust and affiliated defendants in a putative class action bringing claims under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act.

Notable Practitioners

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  • Amanda Amert
    Amanda Amert

    Amanda Amert

    Amanda Amert is sought out by major corporations and financial services companies. She handles litigation stemming from 401(k) and 403(b) retirement plans, with a particular emphasis on breach of fiduciary duty claims.

    • Amanda is a very strong practitioner who understands how all the pieces fit together and has an ability to explain it to a lay person. She is also a strong litigator who is responsive to arguments and listens carefully.

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    • Amanda Amert is just amazing. She sees many steps ahead in terms of the big picture and gets top case results.

      ERISA Litigation respondentUSA

    • Amanda is very involved in the 401(k) space and has a sophisticated practice in that area.

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  • Craig C Martin
    Craig C Martin

    Craig C Martin

    Craig Martin is well regarded for his defense of plan sponsors, administrators and fiduciaries in high-stakes ERISA class actions and DOL investigations. His expertise includes 403(b) and 401(k) issues.

    • Craig is a good strategist and very good at presenting in court.

      ERISA Litigation respondentUSA

    • Craig is an extraordinary lawyer.

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