Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation
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Provided by Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
Our labor, employment, executive compensation, and benefits practitioners help employers around the world navigate the constantly changing landscape of global, US, state, and local laws and regulations that govern the workplace. With more than 375 lawyers and other professionals throughout our offices in the United States, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, we apply a solution-oriented approach to give our clients a competitive edge as we work with them to address the full range of workforce matters that affect the bottom line.
We approach workplace challenges with an understanding of our clients’ businesses and the unique, industry-specific regulatory and competitive pressures they face. Our industry knowledge is particularly deep in the areas of financial services, technology, energy, healthcare, retail, pharmaceuticals, transportation, defense, food and hospitality, insurance, and manufacturing. We proactively identify risks and develop strategies and solutions to help employers avoid litigation and other employee disputes, including those that involve unions or organizing campaigns.
Chambers Review
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP has a leading practice that has strong skills in ERISA litigation. The firm advises on the development and maintenance of benefit plans and executive compensation plans. It is expert in handling plan issues concerning M&A. The team's client roster includes companies from the manufacturing, healthcare and finance industries.
Work Highlights
- Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is advising Kroger with respect to the pension liability and related issues in the Kroger-proposed merger with Albertsons.
Strengths
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"I always go to Morgan Lewis with my most complex issues. It has the depth required to get the answers needed."
"Morgan Lewis & Bockius has never failed to meet my deadlines or to engage in conversation as to how we can proceed while it takes necessary time to complete in-depth research."
"I always go to Morgan Lewis with my most complex issues. It has the depth required to get the answers needed."
"Morgan Lewis & Bockius has never failed to meet my deadlines or to engage in conversation as to how we can proceed while it takes necessary time to complete in-depth research."
Notable Practitioners
Julie Stapel is a well-regarded employee benefits lawyer, especially well versed in ERISA matters. She frequently advises on fiduciary issues.
"Julie is a powerhouse in the industry who has an encyclopedic memory and an incredible attention to detail."
Marla Kreindler maintains an impressive practice that includes advising on tax-qualified retirement plans. Her clients include corporations and nonprofits.
"She is fully engaged in our business and helping us succeed."
"She is a great asset to our team and delivers stellar client service."
Daniel Salemi's practice covers issues relating to retirement plans and health and benefit plans.
"Dan is very responsive and provides great guidance."
Deborah Davidson is well regarded for her capabilities in ERISA class actions. She frequently works with plan sponsors, trustees and fiduciaries.
"She is a top-notch ERISA litigator in this space. Deborah is really a super smart lawyer and good at what she does."
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