Harris Beach Murtha
Experienced Attorney - ERISA/Employee Benefits
Harris Beach Murtha, Stamford, Connecticut, United States, 06925
Location
Open to all office locations for a hybrid opportunity: Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, New York City, Rochester (Pittsford), Syracuse, Long Island (Uniondale), and White Plains, NY; Hartford, New Haven and Stamford, CT; Boston, MA Description
Harris Beach Murtha seeks an experienced ERISA/employee benefits attorney to join our Corporate Practice Group. The ideal candidate will bring 7–10 years of experience advising business clients on qualified retirement plans, health and welfare plans, and the benefits side of M&A transactions. This role offers the opportunity for direct client engagement, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and representation before federal agencies such as the Department of Labor (DOL), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC). Responsibilities
Advise business clients on complex compliance, regulatory and transactional matters, including the design, implementation, and ongoing compliance of qualified retirement plans and health and welfare benefit programs Provide strategic counsel on ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and related federal and state regulations Represent clients before the DOL, IRS, and PBGC in audits, investigations, compliance and plan terminations Draft and review plan documents, amendments, summary plan descriptions (SPDs), summaries of material modifications (SMMs), and other compliance‑related communications Support business transactions with due diligence and integration of employee benefit plans Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and proactively advise clients on risk mitigation and compliance strategies Collaborate with attorneys in corporate, tax, and labor & employment practice groups to deliver integrated client service Qualifications
7–10+ years of ERISA and employee benefits experience, preferably in a law firm serving business clients Juris Doctorate from an ABA‑accredited law school Admitted to the bar and in good standing Demonstrated experience with DOL, IRS, and PBGC interactions, including administrative proceedings Strong technical knowledge of retirement and health plan compliance Excellent legal research, writing, and client communication skills Ability to manage multiple client matters and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment Familiarity with executive compensation and nonqualified plans Experience advising large, multi‑state or multinational employers LL.M. in Taxation or Employee Benefits is a plus Military experience welcome Salary
Salary information will vary depending on relevant experience, book of business, and geographic location. This role also offers an opportunity for performance‑based bonus eligibility. Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, Rochester, Syracuse, NY: $155,000 - $200,000 Long Island (Uniondale) and White Plains, NY: $165,000 - $200,000 New York, NY: $170,000 - $200,000 EEO Statement
Harris Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied backgrounds and skills, including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Open to all office locations for a hybrid opportunity: Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, New York City, Rochester (Pittsford), Syracuse, Long Island (Uniondale), and White Plains, NY; Hartford, New Haven and Stamford, CT; Boston, MA Description
Harris Beach Murtha seeks an experienced ERISA/employee benefits attorney to join our Corporate Practice Group. The ideal candidate will bring 7–10 years of experience advising business clients on qualified retirement plans, health and welfare plans, and the benefits side of M&A transactions. This role offers the opportunity for direct client engagement, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and representation before federal agencies such as the Department of Labor (DOL), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC). Responsibilities
Advise business clients on complex compliance, regulatory and transactional matters, including the design, implementation, and ongoing compliance of qualified retirement plans and health and welfare benefit programs Provide strategic counsel on ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and related federal and state regulations Represent clients before the DOL, IRS, and PBGC in audits, investigations, compliance and plan terminations Draft and review plan documents, amendments, summary plan descriptions (SPDs), summaries of material modifications (SMMs), and other compliance‑related communications Support business transactions with due diligence and integration of employee benefit plans Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and proactively advise clients on risk mitigation and compliance strategies Collaborate with attorneys in corporate, tax, and labor & employment practice groups to deliver integrated client service Qualifications
7–10+ years of ERISA and employee benefits experience, preferably in a law firm serving business clients Juris Doctorate from an ABA‑accredited law school Admitted to the bar and in good standing Demonstrated experience with DOL, IRS, and PBGC interactions, including administrative proceedings Strong technical knowledge of retirement and health plan compliance Excellent legal research, writing, and client communication skills Ability to manage multiple client matters and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment Familiarity with executive compensation and nonqualified plans Experience advising large, multi‑state or multinational employers LL.M. in Taxation or Employee Benefits is a plus Military experience welcome Salary
Salary information will vary depending on relevant experience, book of business, and geographic location. This role also offers an opportunity for performance‑based bonus eligibility. Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, Rochester, Syracuse, NY: $155,000 - $200,000 Long Island (Uniondale) and White Plains, NY: $165,000 - $200,000 New York, NY: $170,000 - $200,000 EEO Statement
Harris Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied backgrounds and skills, including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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