ERISA Tax Partner

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New York City, NY

ERISA Tax Partner

Partner

3-20 yrs required

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an ERISA Tax Partner in New York, NY. The successful candidate will advise on technical issues related to ERISA and employee benefits, with the opportunity to grow a dedicated department. The role involves collaboration across the firm to drive client success.

Duties

  • Advise clients on compliance with ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, COBRA, ACA, HIPAA, and other benefits-related laws.
  • Draft, review, and amend retirement and compensation plans.
  • Assist with due diligence and benefits-related issues in corporate transactions.
  • Handle IRS and DOL correction programs and audits.
  • Collaborate with clients, in-house counsel, HR professionals, and third-party vendors.

Requirements

  • JD from an ABA-accredited law school; admitted to practice in New York preferred.
  • Five or more years of ERISA and employee benefits experience.
  • Strong knowledge of tax-qualification rules and benefits compliance.
  • Experience handling audits by IRS and DOL.
  • Comfort with training staff and managing practice group responsibilities.

Education

  • JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
  • Master of Laws in Taxation strongly preferred.

Certifications

  • Admitted to practice law in New York, California, Florida, New Jersey, or Connecticut.

Skills

  • Strong knowledge of ERISA and employee benefits law.
  • Experience with executive compensation and equity incentive plans is a plus.
  • Ability to collaborate across departments and with diverse client bases.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Emphasis on work-life balance.

Jul 20, 2025
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