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Theodore Becker

Theodore Becker

USA 2026

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Ted Becker is co-head of McDermott Will & Schulte’s ERISA Litigation practice and a Fellow of the American College of Employee Benefits Counsel. He focuses his practice on litigation under ERISA and related federal and state actions, and defense of government investigations and audits relating to employee benefit, health and welfare, and retirement plans brought by the US Department of Labor, the Internal Revenue Service, and the US Department of Justice. He is a leading voice and nationally recognized practitioner in this complex practice area.

He has represented public and private companies that sponsor employee benefit, health and welfare, and retirement plans governed by ERISA, and their directors and officers and plan fiduciaries, as well as service providers to ERISA plans and plan sponsors. He has extensive experience in Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) and has defended some of the highest profile lawsuits involving ESOPs, helping to define the landscape of the evolving law relating to ESOPs.

Ted has a considerable experience in trial and appeals courts, including arguing before the United States Supreme Court and several United States Circuit Courts of Appeals. He also has represented clients in arbitration proceedings. He has represented clients across the full spectrum of litigation, from avoidance, dispute resolution and pre-litigation planning, through dispositive motions, discovery, trial and appeal.

Ted’s clients include a number of Fortune 500 companies. He represents both public and private organizations, as well as non-profit organizations.

View more at: https://www.mcdermottlaw.com/people/becker-ted/

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

ERISA Litigation - USA - Nationwide

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

Co-chair of the firm's ERISA litigation group Theodore Becker is highly regarded for his expertise in ERISA class actions. He has substantial experience with ESOPs.

Strengths

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  • Ted Becker is widely recognized in ERISA litigation circles as a highly experienced a technically gifted attorney. Ted possesses considerable knowledge in ERISA subject matter.

    ERISA LitigationChambers Guide to the USA
  • Ted is the best in complex and difficult situations.

    ERISA LitigationChambers Guide to the USA
  • Ted has a true passion for fair ESOP litigation defense.

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  • Ted provides an excellent level of client service. He is highly responsive, proactive in providing updates and clear about where matters stand at all times. He accessible and willing to meet as needed, which makes collaboration efficient and ensures we stay aligned on strategy throughout.

    ERISA LitigationChambers Guide to the USA
  • Ted is the consummate professional. He understands the big picture and develops brilliant trial strategies.

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