Mid-Level Employee Benefits Associate Attorney

Job Title: Mid-Level Employee Benefits Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm located in Boston, MA, is seeking a talented Mid-Level Employee Benefits Associate Attorney to join its Employment, Labor & Workforce Management practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employee benefits law, including ERISA, qualified retirement plans, executive compensation, health & welfare plans, fringe benefits, and mergers and acquisitions/downsizing. This opportunity is perfect for an individual who enjoys solving complex legal issues while working in a collaborative and dynamic team environment.

Duties:

• Provide legal advice and counsel on a wide range of employee benefits matters, including retirement plans, health and welfare plans, executive compensation, and fringe benefits.
• Offer strategic advice on mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring as related to employee benefits.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing plan documents, agreements, and policies to ensure compliance with ERISA and other relevant laws.
• Manage client relationships, ensuring effective communication and delivering actionable, clear legal advice.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex employee benefits issues and distill findings into practical guidance.
• Collaborate with team members to support the firm's creative and entrepreneurial legal environment.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in employee benefits law, specifically in ERISA, retirement plans, executive compensation, health & welfare plans, fringe benefits, and/or M&A matters.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proven ability to simplify complex legal matters and present them in an accessible manner.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment, contributing to a dynamic and collaborative workplace.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) 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:

• In-depth knowledge of employee benefits law, including ERISA and related regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving and legal drafting skills.
• Strong client relations and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Research and analytical skills to handle complex legal matters.

Job Location:

• Boston, MA

This law firm has been operating for over forty years with over 250 attorneys throughout the United States. The focus of this firm is on healthcare and life sciences, labor, employment, workforce management, business disputes, and litigation. They place an emphasis on client satisfaction by treating them as business partners and exceeding their expectations.