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Clark Hill Law

ESOP Compliance Attorney - Flexible Location

Clark Hill Law, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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ESOP Compliance Attorney – Flexible Location Clark Hill PLC is seeking an experienced employee benefits attorney with at least 8 years of practice experience. This position is open to most of our Eastern and Texas offices, including Atlanta, Birmingham, Chicago, Detroit, Dallas, Grand Rapids, Lansing, New York, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Princeton, and Washington, D.C.

Clark Hill is an AmLaw 200 law firm with 29 offices across the United States, Ireland, and Mexico. With over 700 attorneys, we offer our clients an exceptional team dedicated to delivering outstanding service. We recruit and develop talented individuals and empower them to contribute to our rich diversity of legal and industry experience.

Responsibilities

Advise employee benefit plan sponsors on ERISA and IRS requirements for KSOPs and ESOPs.

Negotiate and draft executive employment agreements and incentive plans for employers and executives.

Provide counsel on ESOP‑related matters in the context of corporate mergers and acquisitions.

Review merger and acquisition agreements to identify ESOP implications.

Advise clients on compliance with Internal Revenue Code Sections 280G and 409A.

Maintain high standards of work ethic, attention to detail, initiative, and motivation.

Collaborate effectively within a team environment.

Qualifications

Expertise in employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs).

At least 8 years of practice experience in employee benefits law.

Strong academic credentials.

Ability to thrive in a team environment.

The salary range for this position at the time of posting is $350,000 - $475,000 annually, based upon a full‑time work schedule. Actual compensation will be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to employee qualifications, relevant experience, skill sets, training, internal equity, and market data. This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits

Health insurance with optional HSA/FSA

Short‑term disability

Long‑term disability

Dental insurance

Vision care

Life insurance

401(k)

Vacation and sick time

Parking/public transportation allowance

Employee assistance program

Clark Hill is committed to an aggressive growth strategy through the hiring of associates, counsel, and members who fit our culture, embrace the goals of our strategic plan, and bring the skills and experience critical to serving the needs of our clients. Successful Clark Hill employees have a track record of solid academic credentials, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills. We operate in an agile, collaborative environment that provides both a professional and personally rewarding career.

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