Employee Benefits Attorney

5-12 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking an Employee Benefits Attorney for their Riverside, CA location. This role entails providing legal counsel and expertise in the area of employee benefits, with a focus on qualified retirement plans.

Job Overview:

• Provide legal counsel on qualified retirement plans, including non-ERISA public retirement plans and church plans.
• Draft plan documents, summarize plan descriptions, and negotiate service provider contracts.
• Counsel plan sponsors and fiduciaries on compliance requirements and fiduciary best practices.
• Manage and maintain significant client relationships.

Duties:

• Design and ensure compliance of qualified retirement plans with tax and fiduciary regulations.
• Review investment management agreements and advise on plan governance.
• Participate in IRS voluntary compliance programs.
• Provide legal support on governmental 457(b) plans and the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013.

Requirements:

• 8 years of experience in qualified retirement plans.
• Strong knowledge of ERISA, Internal Revenue Code, and related regulatory frameworks.
• Admitted to practice law in California.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong client relationship management skills.
• Negotiation and drafting abilities.
• Familiarity with governmental 457(b) and non-ERISA public retirement plans is preferred.

Legal