Employee Benefits Attorney

A law firm seeks a highly motivated mid- to senior-level Employee Benefits Attorney to join its esteemed team in Albany, NY. The ideal candidate will bring 4-10 years of experience in employee benefits law, with a strong focus on ERISA, retirement plans, welfare benefits, and fringe benefits. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a variety of clients on diverse legal matters, offering legal counsel on compliance, plan design, and regulatory matters.

Duties:

• Advise clients on the design, establishment, and administration of employee benefit plans, including retirement, welfare, and fringe benefit plans.
• Provide counsel on ERISA compliance, regulatory issues, and other employee benefits laws.
• Draft and review employee benefits plan documents and related contracts.
• Assist clients with issues related to the compliance of employee benefits programs with federal and state laws.
• Conduct legal research on employee benefits laws and regulations, and provide guidance to clients on the implications of changes.
• Handle the negotiation and resolution of disputes involving employee benefits programs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, understanding their business needs and providing tailored legal solutions.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and professionals within the firm on complex employee benefits matters.

Requirements:

• 4-10 years of experience in employee benefits law, including ERISA and compliance with employee benefit regulations.
• Strong knowledge of retirement, welfare, and fringe benefit plans.
• Proven experience with the design, administration, and compliance of employee benefits programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex legal concepts clearly.
• Strong client service orientation with a proactive, solutions-driven approach.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and work efficiently under tight deadlines.
• Initiative and a self-starter attitude in developing client relationships and business.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in New York or eligibility for admission.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in New York (or eligible to apply for admission).

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of ERISA and employee benefits laws and regulations.
• Experience with the design and compliance of retirement, welfare, and fringe benefit plans.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Effective negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional client communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organizational skills to manage complex cases and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Retirement and savings options, including 401(k) plans.
• Paid time off (PTO), parental leave, and paid holidays.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.

This Albany-based firm prides themselves on providing superior legal counsel on agriculture, alcohol beverages, bankruptcy, financial reorganization and insolvency, building and construction, corporate, e-commerce, education k-12, employee benefits, executive compensation, energy, environmental, land use and zoning, financial services, government affairs, internal investigation, health care, health systems, immigration, higher education, intellectual property, labor and employment, litigation, long-term care, mergers and acquisitions, municipal law, Native American law, privacy and data security, private equity and venture capital, public finance, real estate, secured lending, asset recovery, securities, sports law, tax, technology and software, telecommunications, and trusts and estate matters.