Employee Benefits Counsel/Partner

Job Overview: A law firm in Las Vegas, NV, is seeking an experienced Employee Benefits Counsel/Partner to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in advising on employee benefits matters, including qualified retirement plans, executive compensation, health and welfare plans, fiduciary governance, and benefits issues in transactions, with a preference for ESOP transactions. This role requires a Juris Doctorate (JD) and licensure to practice law in PA, along with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. A book of business is considered advantageous.

Duties:

• Provide expert legal counsel on a wide range of employee benefits matters, including qualified retirement plans, executive compensation, health and welfare plans, and fiduciary governance.
• Advise clients on benefits issues arising in transactions, including ESOP transactions.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Draft and review legal documents, including plan documents, contracts, and agreements.
• Represent clients in negotiations, hearings, and other legal proceedings related to employee benefits matters.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and professionals within the firm to provide comprehensive legal services to clients.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in NV.
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience advising on employee benefits matters.
• Demonstrated experience with qualified retirement plans is required.
• Experience with health and welfare plans is preferred.
• Experience advising on compensation and benefits issues in transactions is required.
• Experience with executive compensation is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of ERISA, IRC, ACA, and other relevant laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Business development skills and a proven track record of client retention and growth.

Note: A book of business is considered a plus.

Associates at this prestigious firm applaud that they are given high-level work paired with ample resources; the result, they say, is that they receive interesting projects and valuable collaborations with senior associates and partners. They also praise its flexible face-time policies paired with market pay.