ArentFox Schiff advises employers, plan sponsors and fiduciaries on the design, administration and correction of employee benefit and executive compensation arrangements. The practice is particularly noted for its specialized expertise in resolving complex operational failures and plan compliance issues that pose tax disqualification and fiduciary risk. At the helm of the practice are Brian Friederich and Mamta Shah, both of whom are situated in the Chicago office. Frederich is particularly skilled at advising companies in the manufacturing, healthcare, financial services and technology sectors. Shah is routinely called upon to resolve plan governance issues, harmonize benefit structures post-acquisition, and address operational failures in benefit plans.
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Key clients
- Bunn-O-Matic Corporation
Work highlights
Serving as outside counsel to Bunn on all employee benefits and compensation issues including with respect to employment agreements, retirement plans (both 401(k) and defined benefit plans), and its health and welfare plans.
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Leading partners
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Practice head
Brian Friederich; Mamta Shah; Brian Friederich; Mamta Shah