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Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation | USA

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This section covers the full range of matters involving employee benefits and compensation plans including advising on the design and implementation thereof, as well as related taxation issues. It also includes advice on executive compensation agreements and benefits matters pertaining to corporate transactions. Moreover, it includes contentious matters pertaining to the implementation of benefit plans. Please also see ERISA litigation for disputes brought under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974.

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Julia Mader Michael Best & Friedrich LLP2 Years Ranked

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Casey Knapp
Foley & Lardner LLP | Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation
2026 | Band 1 | 4 Years Ranked
Casey Knapp of Foley & Lardner LLP works with clients from a range of sectors on both employee benefits and executive compensation. She is particularly experienced with retirement plans and supporting employee benefits questions around M&A.
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Leigh C. Riley
Foley & Lardner LLP | Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation
2026 | Band 1 | 10 Years Ranked
Leigh Riley of Foley & Lardner LLP is considered a leading expert in employee benefits and executive compensation matters, offering expertise in areas such as stock options, welfare plans and retirement plans for a broad spectrum of public and private companies.
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Todd M Cleary
Godfrey & Kahn, SC | Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation
2026 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked
Todd Cleary of Godfrey & Kahn, SC represents clients with the design, review and restructuring of a range of organizational benefits, and retirement and welfare plans, as well as assisting with penalty assessments.
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Band 2

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Amy A. Ciepluch
Foley & Lardner LLP | Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation
2026 | Band 2 | 3 Years Ranked
Amy Ciepluch of Foley & Lardner LLP is widely recognized for the sophistication of her employee benefits practice. She is particularly well regarded for her expertise in handling employee medical plans.
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Charles P Stevens
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP | Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation
2026 | Band 2 | 22 Years Ranked
Charles Stevens of Michael Best & Friedrich LLP has in-depth expertise in advising on employee benefits strategy, including risk management planning and benefits compliance. His skill set also extends to cover executive compensation proceedings.
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David Eckhardt
Husch Blackwell LLP | Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation
2026 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked
David Eckhardt of Husch Blackwell LLP is experienced at providing advice on employee benefits, with particular knowledge of retirement plans, merger-related employee benefit questions, and ERISA compliance.
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Martin Tierney
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP | Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation
2026 | Band 2 | 1 Years Ranked
Martin Tierney of Michael Best & Friedrich is recognised for his established employee benefits practice, with particular expertise in retirement plan advice.
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Michael Taibleson
Godfrey & Kahn, SC | Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation
2026 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked
Michael Taibleson of Godfrey & Kahn, SC offers clients expertise on executive compensation packages, 401(k) plans, and other employee benefits. He holds particular expertise in the termination and transition of employee benefit plans.
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Julia Mader
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP | Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation
2026 | Up and Coming | 2 Years Ranked
Julia Mader of Michael Best & Friedrich capably handles a mixture of employee benefits, executive compensation and employment law matters.
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