ERISA/Employee Benefits Partner

Job Overview

An established law firm seeks an experienced ERISA/Employee Benefits Partner Attorney to join its Employment and Labor Practice in Michigan or Chicago, IL. This role involves overseeing the design, implementation, and administration of employee benefits and executive compensation plans, focusing on health and welfare benefits, compliance with federal regulations, and client advising on employee benefits law. Ideal candidates bring extensive knowledge in benefits law and a commitment to client service.

Location

• Troy, Michigan

Duties

• Oversee the design, implementation, and administration of employee benefit plans and executive compensation arrangements
• Advise on the structuring and compliance of health and welfare benefit plans, including self-funded and fully-insured plans, cafeteria plans, and VEBAs
• Provide legal guidance on regulatory compliance with ERISA, IRC, HIPAA, PPACA, FMLA, and COBRA
• Draft and negotiate plan documents, policies, and agreements for various benefit programs
• Collaborate with the Employment and Labor team to ensure comprehensive client support in benefits and risk management
• Participate in business development and client relationship building (a portable book of business is a plus but not required)

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in ERISA and employee benefits law, with a focus on health and welfare benefits
• Extensive experience advising on laws and regulations relevant to employee benefits
• Strong skills in contract drafting, regulatory analysis, and problem-solving

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Licensed Attorney in good standing in Michigan or Illinois, or eligible for admission by examination or waiver

Skills

• Expertise in ERISA, IRC, and employee benefits regulations
• High-level analytical and drafting abilities
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Proactive approach to client advising and project management

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation based on experience and qualifications
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with employer contributions
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for career development in a collaborative firm
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Option to work from Michigan or Chicago office locations with hybrid work flexibility

This small firm has attorneys with diverse backgrounds with varying business and practical experiences and personal and professional interests. Their clients are diverse in size and character, for they represent individuals in their personal and business concerns, trusts and estates, publicly traded and multinational companies, and many start-up, small, and medium-sized businesses. The work environment has a closely-knit collegial feeling to it. Attorneys pride themselves on their values because they provide the underpinnings for the way they run their business, the way they treat their clients, and the way they work with each other. They strive to be honest and fair; to treat all as valued members of their team; to mentor others and strive for their successes. Attorneys here are committed to working together and serving their communities through pro bono work.