Harris Beach Murtha
Experienced Attorney - ERISA/Employee Benefits
Harris Beach Murtha, White Plains, New York, United States
Experienced Attorney - ERISA/Employee Benefits
Location:
Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, New York City, Rochester (Pittsford), Syracuse, Long Island (Uniondale), White Plains, NY; Hartford, New Haven, Stamford, CT; Boston, MA. Hybrid opportunities available at all office locations. About the Role:
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 direct client engagement, multidisciplinary collaboration, 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 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; 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. Admission 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 and Benefits
Base salary ranges vary by location and relevant experience: 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. Performance‑based bonus eligibility is also available. Contact
Harris Beach Murtha is not accepting candidate submissions from recruiting agencies during the first two weeks after posting. Following this period, agencies with an active fee agreement with the firm may reach out to our internal recruitment team at
resumes@harrisbeachmurtha.com
to inquire about potential collaboration for this position. Harris Beach Murtha is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from diverse candidates, including military experience.
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Location:
Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, New York City, Rochester (Pittsford), Syracuse, Long Island (Uniondale), White Plains, NY; Hartford, New Haven, Stamford, CT; Boston, MA. Hybrid opportunities available at all office locations. About the Role:
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 direct client engagement, multidisciplinary collaboration, 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 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; 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. Admission 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 and Benefits
Base salary ranges vary by location and relevant experience: 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. Performance‑based bonus eligibility is also available. Contact
Harris Beach Murtha is not accepting candidate submissions from recruiting agencies during the first two weeks after posting. Following this period, agencies with an active fee agreement with the firm may reach out to our internal recruitment team at
resumes@harrisbeachmurtha.com
to inquire about potential collaboration for this position. Harris Beach Murtha is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from diverse candidates, including military experience.
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