Employee Benefits Attorney (Part-time, Remote)

Overview

This is a contract engagement for an Employee Benefits Attorney supporting a law firm client’s established L&E practice. The role is fully remote and offers flexibility for attorneys seeking part-time or full-time hours. The attorney will handle sophisticated employee benefits matters and advise on ERISA-related issues.

Responsibilities

• Advise on health and welfare plans, retirement and pension plans, and executive and deferred compensation arrangements
• Support ERISA and employee benefits legal matters for a range of client needs
• Advise clients on:
  • Retirement and pension plans
  • Group health and welfare benefit plans
  • Executive and deferred compensation arrangements
  • Employment and severance agreements
• Provide counsel independently for client-focused work within the practice

Requirements

• 5+ years of substantive ERISA and employee benefits experience, including experience in a law firm setting
• Experience advising clients on retirement and pension plans, group health and welfare benefit plans, executive and deferred compensation arrangements, and employment and severance agreements
• Experience with stock option, stock grant, and other equity compensation plans (preferred)
• Excellent academic credentials
• Licensed and in good standing in state of residence
• Outstanding references

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with stock option, stock grant, and other equity compensation plans

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: Annualized pay ranges from $180,000 to $225,000 when calculated on a full-time basis.
• Contract engagement pay is based on multiple factors, including (but not limited to): work experience, qualifications, credentials, location, market supply/demand, and candidate preference.
• Professional liability insurance: Complimentary professional liability insurance coverage for work or acts or omissions provided within the scope of the engagement.
• Benefits (for those working 20+ hours per week): Eligible for full benefits, including:
  • Group medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Complimentary group life, LTD and AD&D insurance
  • A qualified 401k plan
• Additional benefits for benefits-eligible attorneys: CLE and Professional Expense stipend.

Location

• Fully Remote
• Schedule: Part-time to Full-time

Confidentiality

• The organization will not propose candidates to prospective clients without prior consent.
• Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Number: 16359