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Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation - New York
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What the team is known for

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP boasts a widely celebrated employee benefits and executive compensation group that assists private and public companies in connection with executive compensation and benefits, including in relation to high-value M&A. Advises private equity firms and financial institutions with ERISA issues as well as providing ERISA litigation counsel for retirement plans. Clients benefit from its offices in various key locations worldwide.

Work Highlights

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  • Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP represented Thales SA in its acquisition of Imperva from Thoma Bravo.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Michael J Albano
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Michael J Albano
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Michael Albano maintains a respected practice which includes guiding clients through the benefits and compensation aspects of large corporate transactions.

"He is very knowledgeable and responsive with a great attitude."

"Michael is an excellent partner. He provides spot-on guidance that is practical and based on an understanding of my risk tolerance."

Alan Levine
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Alan Levine
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Alan Levine is well regarded for representing management teams and individual executives in connection with their employment and compensation arrangements. His experience includes advising on change of control matters.

"Alan is remarkable both in terms of his legal abilities and his awareness of practical business drivers. He is exceptionally client-focused."

Audry Casusol
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Audry Casusol
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Audry Casusol is noted for her advisory work across a wide range of areas, including employee benefits, as well as executive compensation and employment matters.

"I rely on her to clearly articulate technical issues in a way that is digestible."

"I trust Audry completely. She is an excellent lawyer and adviser."

"Audry explains issues very well and is an excellent problem-solver."

Julia L Petty
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Julia L Petty
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Julia Petty frequently advises clients on the executive compensation and benefits issues involved in M&A transactions.

"Julia brings a commercially minded and practical approach to providing legal advice combined with exceptional customer service and responsiveness."

"Julia distinguishes herself by remaining at the forefront of critical issues. With her exceptional track record and versatility, Julia helps us tremendously on all aspects of executive compensation."

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New York

Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation

Michael J Albano
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Michael J Albano
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Audry Casusol
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Audry Casusol
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Julia L Petty
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Julia L Petty
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Executive Compensation: Mainly Executive Representation

Alan Levine
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Alan Levine
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Band 2

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