Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation
USA Guide 2024 : New York
Band 2
Contact number
+1 212 906 1200Chambers Review
Provides assistance on a number of employee benefits and executive compensation issues, with particular prowess in governance and regulatory matters, cash and stock-based incentives, employee and management compensation and pensions. Regularly advises boards of directors, companies and private equity firms regarding compensation and benefits matters arising from high-value M&A and IPOs.
Work Highlights
- Latham & Watkins LLP advised Tapestry on its acquisition of Capri Holdings Limited.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They are clearly busy people but respond as soon as they are able. When we identify something as urgent, they consistently make themselves available."
"I am consistently impressed with the team at Latham, particularly in relation to their diligence and sophistication around challenging and complicated matters."
"They are clearly busy people but respond as soon as they are able. When we identify something as urgent, they consistently make themselves available."
"I am consistently impressed with the team at Latham, particularly in relation to their diligence and sophistication around challenging and complicated matters."
Notable Practitioners
Bradd Williamson wins praise from across the market for his broad practice. He handles the design and implementation of equity plans, as well as the drafting and negotiating of employment and separation agreements.
"Bradd is a really smart guy and very commercial."
Austin Ozawa practice focuses on all aspects of executive compensation and employee benefits that arise in connection with mergers and acquisitions.
"He is knowledgeable, understands everything and is easy to work with."
"Austin is an outstanding executive benefits and compensation attorney. He combines outstanding legal skill and a practical commercial outlook."
Ranked Lawyers at
Latham & Watkins LLP
New York