Employee Benefits Attorney

A law firm located in Dallas is seeking an experienced Employee Benefits Attorney with 5+ years of experience. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience counseling employers on various ERISA and non-ERISA plans and arrangements, including retirement plans and health and welfare plans, along with excellent written and oral communication skills.

Duties:

• Provide counseling to employers on ERISA and non-ERISA plans and arrangements.
• Draft and review plan documents, summary plan descriptions, and other employee benefits-related materials.
• Advise clients on compliance issues related to employee benefit plans.
• Assist clients with plan administration and participant communications.
• Stay updated on changes in employee benefits laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the State Bar.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in employee benefits law.
• Strong knowledge of ERISA and non-ERISA plans and arrangements.

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Active membership in the State Bar.

Skills:

• Extensive experience counseling employers on ERISA and non-ERISA plans.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to draft and review complex legal documents.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with health, dental, vision, and other employee benefits plans is preferred.

This large, national firm does just labor and employment law, and they do it exceedingly well. They represent many Fortune 500 corporations, and the nationwide scope of their practice allows them to represent these clients in matters across the country. They get great work, are paid fairly well by industry standards, and do not work crazy hours. The firm has an open atmosphere where all attorneys are respected and given meaningful assignments and client contact. If you want to be on the front line, this is a great place to be!!