Lateral Link
About the role
We are building out a nationally recognized ERISA Litigation team for high‑stakes employee benefits disputes, including multimillion‑dollar breach of fiduciary duty class actions and plan termination litigation that will set new precedent. This is not a backfill position; it is a strategic expansion for a practice group that handles the most sophisticated ERISA matters in the country. What You’ll Actually Do
Take and defend depositions in complex fiduciary breach cases Draft dispositive motions and argue them in federal court Work directly with expert witnesses on damages and prudence issues Second‑chair trials and arbitrations with partners who trust you in the room Build expertise that makes you indispensable, not replaceable What You Bring
2–6 years of litigation experience (ERISA background is a major plus, but we’ll train the right litigator) Excellent academic credentials and a track record of winning Strong writing skills and confidence to stand up in court What You Get
Top of Market Pay:
Compensation on the leading national scale for elite litigation practices Real Responsibility:
Direct partner mentorship without layers of bureaucracy Geographic Flexibility:
Based in Washington, DC preferred, but we’re open to Atlanta, Dallas, or Chicago for the right candidate Meaningful Work:
Handle cases that shape employee benefits law and affect millions of plan participants Important Note
The interview process will move quickly; we are recruiting confidentially for this specific opening and aim to make a decision soon. Apply Now
Send your resume confidentially to srushing@laterallink.com or DM the job poster. All inquiries will be handled with complete discretion.
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We are building out a nationally recognized ERISA Litigation team for high‑stakes employee benefits disputes, including multimillion‑dollar breach of fiduciary duty class actions and plan termination litigation that will set new precedent. This is not a backfill position; it is a strategic expansion for a practice group that handles the most sophisticated ERISA matters in the country. What You’ll Actually Do
Take and defend depositions in complex fiduciary breach cases Draft dispositive motions and argue them in federal court Work directly with expert witnesses on damages and prudence issues Second‑chair trials and arbitrations with partners who trust you in the room Build expertise that makes you indispensable, not replaceable What You Bring
2–6 years of litigation experience (ERISA background is a major plus, but we’ll train the right litigator) Excellent academic credentials and a track record of winning Strong writing skills and confidence to stand up in court What You Get
Top of Market Pay:
Compensation on the leading national scale for elite litigation practices Real Responsibility:
Direct partner mentorship without layers of bureaucracy Geographic Flexibility:
Based in Washington, DC preferred, but we’re open to Atlanta, Dallas, or Chicago for the right candidate Meaningful Work:
Handle cases that shape employee benefits law and affect millions of plan participants Important Note
The interview process will move quickly; we are recruiting confidentially for this specific opening and aim to make a decision soon. Apply Now
Send your resume confidentially to srushing@laterallink.com or DM the job poster. All inquiries will be handled with complete discretion.
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