Employee Benefits Attorney

This position can sit in our NYC, Baltimore, Houston, Florida or California locations.

The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience in employee benefits, including familiarity with benefits issues under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (3ERISA4) and the Internal Revenue Code.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Experience with health and welfare plans, qualified and non-qualified retirement plans, wellness programs, COBRA, deferred compensation, and executive compensation preferred
• Commitment to staying current on legislative and regulatory actions in a rapidly changing area
• Work individually and as part of a team
• Attention to client service, responsiveness and ability to communicate technical concepts clearly

Skills and Educational Requirements:

•  JD from an ABA accredited law school
•  4+ years of Employee Benefits experience
•  Excellent analytic, writing, and verbal skills
•  Demonstrated ability to independently produce quality work product
•  Excellent attention to detail
•  Strong organizational and matter management skills
•  Ability to work on a collaborative team
•  Ability to work in fast-paced environment
•  Strong commitment to continued client development activity

For New York City,the expected salary range for this position is between $216,500 - $279,000 This position is also eligible for annual bonuses. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

For Maryland, the expected salary range for this position is between $216,500 and $279,000. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

For California, the expected salary range for this position is between $230,000-$293,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.

Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
• Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Employee assistance program and other firm benefits