Benefits And Executive Compensation Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Benefits And Executive Compensation Associate Attorney in Washington, DC.

Job Overview: The Benefits And Executive Compensation Associate Attorney will advise on employee benefits matters, including qualified retirement plans, health and welfare plans, fiduciary governance, nonqualified plans, and compensation and benefits issues in corporate transactions, including ESOP transactions. The ideal candidate will possess excellent writing skills, attention to detail, a can-do, problem-solving attitude, intrinsic motivation, and strong academic credentials.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel on employee benefits matters, including qualified retirement plans, health and welfare plans, fiduciary governance, and nonqualified plans.
• Advise on compensation and benefits issues in corporate transactions, including ESOP transactions.
• Draft and review legal documents, including plan documents, summary plan descriptions, and agreements.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on relevant laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and professionals within the firm to provide comprehensive legal services to clients.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Law or related field.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the state bar.
• 4-6 years of experience in employee benefits and executive compensation law.
• Experience advising on qualified retirement plans, health and welfare plans, fiduciary governance, and nonqualified plans.
• Experience advising on compensation and benefits issues in corporate transactions, including ESOP transactions.
• Excellent writing skills and attention to detail.
• Can-do, problem-solving attitude.
• Intrinsic motivation and ability to work independently.
• Strong academic credentials.

Preferred:

• Experience working in a large law firm environment.
• Familiarity with Washington, DC, legal regulations and practices.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Law or related field.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active membership in good standing with the State Bar.

Skills:

• Excellent writing skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Can-do, problem-solving attitude.
• Intrinsic motivation.
• Strong academic credentials.

The firm opened a law office in the nation's capitol thirty-six years ago. The DC law practice employs thirteen professional attorneys as well as the firm's consulting group. Areas of specialization are public policy, regulatory, and technical services. Attorneys are involved in conferences, seminars, and other industry events during the year. Practice industries are significant.