
The Steptoe LLP employee benefits practice specializes in advising clients on ERISA issues. The practice is based in Washington DC and co-headed by Melanie Nussdorf and Paul Ondrasik. Nussdorf specializes in representing financial institutions on fiduciary issues, such as prohibited sanctions exemption questions under ERISA, particularly concerning financial products and services. Ondrasik is well experienced in ERISA class actions and matters involving fiduciary responsibility. Eric Serron often provides advice to clients regarding their ERISA compliance and representation in DOL investigations. All mentioned individuals are based in Washington DC.
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- Teamsters Joint Council No. 83 of Virginia Pension and Health & Welfare Funds
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Melanie Nussdorf; Paul Ondrasik
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