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Washington, DC, United States

Employee Benefits And Executive Compensation Associate Attorney

Attorney

2-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview:

A law firm based in Washington, DC is seeking a highly skilled Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employee benefits law, including expertise in health and welfare plans and qualified plan issues. This role requires a demonstrated ability to draft and analyze complex benefit plans, a strong work ethic, and the capability to build and maintain client relationships.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on compliance with federal and state employee benefits laws, including ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, and other relevant regulations.
• Analyze and interpret health and welfare plan provisions and qualified retirement plan issues.
• Draft and review employee benefit plan documents, including plan summaries, amendments, and policies.
• Provide legal counsel on executive compensation matters, including stock options, bonuses, and other incentive plans.
• Conduct due diligence and provide legal support for mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions involving employee benefits and executive compensation.
• Assist with the development and implementation of strategies to ensure client plans comply with legal requirements.
• Manage client relationships, providing clear and timely advice while maintaining a high level of client satisfaction.
• Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations affecting employee benefits and executive compensation.
• Participate in firm meetings, client presentations, and professional development activities.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• 3-6 years of experience in employee benefits and executive compensation law.
• Strong knowledge of ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, and other relevant legislation.
• Proven experience in drafting and analyzing health and welfare plans and qualified retirement plans.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Bar in Washington, DC.

Skills:

• Expertise in employee benefits and executive compensation law.
• Proficiency in legal research and analysis.
• Ability to draft and review complex legal documents.
• Strong client relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

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