Employee Benefits Attorney

Job Title:
Employee Benefits Attorney

Job Overview:
A reputable law firm located in Dayton, OH, is seeking an experienced attorney to join its Employee Benefits practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of employee benefits and executive compensation matters, including ERISA-related issues, employee welfare plans, and M&A support. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative approach to working with clients.

Duties:

• Design, draft, and support a wide range of employee benefit plans, including defined contribution plans, defined benefit plans, and employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs).
• Guide executive compensation programs, welfare plans, and ERISA compliance.
• Offer support and legal counsel on employee benefit issues during mergers and acquisitions.
• Handle employee benefits-related disputes, including regulatory inquiries and litigation.
• Advise clients on tax implications related to employee benefit plans and executive compensation arrangements.
• Maintain a high level of client satisfaction by providing clear, timely, and strategic legal advice.

Requirements:

• Minimum 8 years of experience handling employee benefits, ERISA, and executive compensation matters.
• Proven expertise in ESOP transactions and advising existing ESOPs.
• Strong knowledge of ERISA, tax laws, and related legal frameworks.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with an ability to simplify complex legal issues.
• A collaborative and client-focused mindset.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active State Bar membership (Ohio preferred).

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of employee benefits law, ERISA, and tax regulations.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team setting.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Client service-oriented approach with a focus on detail.

Job Location:
Dayton, OH

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision).
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) with employer contributions.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Annual bonus potential and other incentives.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment designed to foster career growth and development.

This Vault-ranked firm has a client-first mindset, where attorneys are rewarded based on their listening and understanding their clients' goals, thinking creatively and aggressively to advance those goals, and obtaining the clients' ultimate success. Attorneys at this firm partner with members of the firm's affiliated businesses to provide comprehensive service to clients. These partnerships allow clients to access business consulting across a variety of disciplines. The attorneys truly work as one team to help their clients succeed. This modern, progressive firm boasts a highly respectful, transparent workplace culture, which fosters creativity, teamwork, inclusion, diversity, and service to clients and communities. This firm emphasizes significant investment in the communities where their attorneys live and practice. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.