Job Title: ERISA/Employee Benefits Associate Attorney
Job Responsibilities:
The ERISA/Employee Benefits Associate Attorney at the law firm is responsible for handling transactional ERISA, employee benefit, and executive compensation matters. The role involves advising clients on ERISA and tax implications related to retirement plans, welfare plans, non-qualified deferred compensation arrangements, and employment agreements. The attorney will work within the law firm’s ERISA/Tax Practice group, which may require collaboration with other practice and industry groups within the firm. The position requires a broad understanding of ERISA, tax, and related laws pertaining to employee benefit plans. Additionally, the attorney will engage in counseling clients, particularly on ESOP transactions and advising existing ESOPs. The role demands strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, along with excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal.
Education and Experience Information:
Candidates for the ERISA/Employee Benefits Associate Attorney position must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in handling transactional ERISA, employee benefit, and executive compensation matters within a law firm setting. A broad understanding of ERISA, tax, and related laws is essential. Experience with ESOP transactions and advising existing ESOPs is strongly preferred. An active law license in the state of practice is required for this position.
Salary Information:
The wage for the ERISA/Employee Benefits Associate Attorney position depends on experience. The law firm offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer contribution, short and long-term disability plans, life insurance, well-being initiatives, and paid parental leave programs.
Additional Information:
The law firm is an AM Law 200, super-regional firm created through the merger of Ulmer & Berne LLP and Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, . It employs 275 lawyers who advise regional, national, and global businesses on a wide range of legal matters across more than 25 specialized practice and industry groups. The firm has nine primary office locations, including Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Florida, New York, Southern Illinois, St. Louis, and Washington, DC. The work environment at the law firm is business casual, and the firm is committed to forming inclusive teams of attorneys and staff to foster an environment where creative solutions are developed for clients, and all team members have the opportunity to thrive and succeed. The firm encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
