Mid-Level Employee Benefits Associate Attorney

Job Title: Mid-Level Employee Benefits Associate Attorney

Job Location: Newark, NJ

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is seeking an experienced and motivated Employee Benefits Associate Attorney for its dynamic office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employee benefits law, including ERISA, retirement plans, executive compensation, and health & welfare plans. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where innovative legal solutions are valued. The firm is committed to fostering a creative and entrepreneurial culture that promotes growth and teamwork.

Duties:

• Provide comprehensive legal counsel on employee benefits matters, including qualified retirement plans, executive compensation, health and welfare plans, and fringe benefits.
• Advise on ERISA compliance and related legal issues, including mergers, acquisitions, and downsizing.
• Work with clients to develop actionable, understandable solutions to complex legal challenges.
• Conduct legal research and analysis in areas related to employee benefits law.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to ensure optimal outcomes in both routine and complex matters.
• Represent clients in negotiations and provide strategic advice regarding employee benefits.
• Draft legal documents, including agreements, memorandums, and compliance filings.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in employee benefits law, specifically with ERISA and related areas.
• Strong academic background with proven legal skills and a strategic approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent oral communication skills with the ability to present complex ideas.
• Exceptional written communication skills, particularly the ability to simplify complex legal concepts.
• Strong research capabilities and attention to detail.
• Experience in working with a wide range of clients, both individual and corporate.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to practice law in one of the following jurisdictions is required: California, Illinois, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, or Washington, DC.

Skills:

• Employee Benefits Law (ERISA)
• Legal Research and Analysis
• Written and Oral Communication
• Problem-Solving
• Client Relations
• Team Collaboration

Job Location: Newark, NJ

This firm's New Jersey office has provided superior legal service for over 40 years. Their attorneys represent clients on a wide variety of matters including health care, life sciences, employment, labor, workforce management, litigation, business and corporate, environmental, immigration, intellectual property, personal planning, and real estate.