ERISA Litigation
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 3
Contact number
312 728 9000About
Provided by Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
Please see: https://www.willkie.com/capabilities/practices/litigation/erisa-litigation
Chambers Review
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP fields notable expertise in representing fiduciaries and employers in class action and single plaintiff litigation. The firm has particular strength in ERISA claims involving breach of fiduciary duty, stock drop and prohibited transactions. It is also able to advise plan sponsors and administrators on ERISA compliance.
Work Highlights
- Wilkie Farr & Gallagher represented Northwestern University in an appeal of a successful dismissal with prejudice of a proposed class action that accused the University of mismanaging workers' retirement savings.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Willkie Farr has a solid team with extraordinary lawyers."
"Willkie Farr has a solid team with extraordinary lawyers."
Notable Practitioners
Amanda Amert is sought out by major corporations and financial services companies. She handles litigation stemming from 401(k) and 403(b) retirement plans, with a particular emphasis on breach of fiduciary duty claims.
"Amanda is an excellent writer. She helps us understand matters from a business perspective."
Craig Martin is well regarded for his defense of plan sponsors, administrators and fiduciaries in high-stakes ERISA class actions and DOL investigations.
"Craig is sensitive to clients' needs."