Employee Benefits And Executive Compensation Associate Attorney Or Counsel

Job Overview: A law firm in Boston, MA, is seeking an experienced Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate Attorney or Counsel. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in executive compensation matters and a commitment to providing exceptional client service.

Duties:

• Provide legal advice and support on executive compensation matters.
• Draft and review documents related to qualified retirement plans, non-qualified deferred compensation, equity compensation, health and welfare plans, mergers and acquisitions, ERISA, and ESOPs.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on relevant laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and firm personnel on client matters.
• Represent clients in negotiations and legal proceedings, as necessary.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 6 years of experience practicing law, focusing on employee benefits and executive compensation.
• Extensive experience working with executive compensation matters.
• Excellent academic record from a reputable law school.
• Bar admission is required for the jurisdiction of practice (Massachusetts preferred).

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Bar admission in the jurisdiction of practice.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of qualified retirement plans, non-qualified deferred compensation, equity compensation, health and welfare plans, mergers and acquisitions, ERISA, and ESOPs.
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to providing high-quality client service.

A regional powerhouse firm with strong political history, this firm is regarded as the 15th Best Law Firm in the Mid-Atlantic. Associates value the work/life balance, the people, and the commitment to associate developments. The firm allows associates to work flexible hours while remaining omitted professionals. The firm?s focus is client and industry development, as well as collaborative culture, where each attorney ahs pledged to provide at least 25 hours of pro bono work. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.