Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney

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Washington, DC

Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney

Attorney

1-7 yrs required

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A law firm is seeking a Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney for their Washington, DC office.

Job Overview:

The Junior-Mid Level Benefits Associate Attorney will provide legal support in various benefits and compensation matters, including but not limited to qualified retirement plans, health & welfare plans, and executive & deferred compensation arrangements. The ideal candidate will possess excellent writing, oral advocacy, communication, legal analysis skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Duties:

• Provide legal support in benefits and compensation matters, including qualified retirement plans, health & welfare plans, and executive & deferred compensation arrangements.
• Support benefits and compensation aspects of mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
• Handle ERISA litigation and withdrawal liability matters (experience in these areas is a plus).
• Conduct legal research, analysis, and drafting of legal documents.
• Assist in advising clients on benefits-related issues.

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of benefits experience in private practice.
• . from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage confidential information.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
• Ability to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions.
• Confidence to handle unexpected challenges and develop innovative solutions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (.) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Skills:

• Excellent writing, oral advocacy, communication, and legal analysis skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as effectively within a team.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with tact and discretion.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellness Program; Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Competitive Base Pay; Outstanding Benefits; Unlimited PTO Plus 10 Paid Holidays.
• Performance Recognition; ABA, State, and Local Bar Membership Fee Reimbursement.
• 401(k) with Company Contribution; Short Term Disability Plan; Long Term Disability Plan.
• Life Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Parental/Family Leave.
• Respected Organization with a Collaborative Culture; Growing Firm with an Exciting Future.
• Flexible Remote Work Policy (Ability to work remotely up to days per week).
• Contemporary Work Environment; Positive and Respectful Work Climate.