Mayer Brown focuses on advancing the human resources and compliance objectives of major companies and financial institutions in the U.S. and abroad, regularly assisting corporate and public plan sponsors on all aspects of ERISA compliance, including reviews of plan governance and administrative practices, the selection and monitoring of investment options, managers, independent fiduciaries, and service providers, and the negotiation of related service agreements. Practice head Maureen Gorman, based in Palo Alto, advises on tax and benefit issues in both domestic and international contexts, while Stephanie Vasconcellos in Chicago drafts, negotiates, and counsels on employment and severance agreements.
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Testimonials
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‘Mayer Brown delivers integrated expertise in employee benefits, executive compensation, and retirement plans, ensuring seamless handling of complex issues during transactions. Their proactive approach identifies liabilities early, structures plans to mitigate post-close exposure, and provides strategic counsel on retention packages and equity plans to secure key talent.'
‘Stephanie Vasconcellos stands out as a strategic thought leader who consistently delivers exceptional value through collaboration and insight. Her ability to orchestrate cross-practice teams integrating corporate, tax, benefits, and employment expertise. She works as a true partner throughout the transaction, providing proactive guidance and aligning strategies to achieve deal objectives.'
Key clients
- Mitsubishi Corporation
- Nippon Life Insurance Company
- Marubeni Corporation
- Seer Capital Management
- The Boeing Company
- The Doctors Company
- Unilever PLC
- GATX Corporation
Work highlights
Advised on employee benefits and executive compensation of Mitsubishi Corporation's acquisition of a 30 percent interest in the Copper World LLC, a $1.4 billion copper mine project owned by Hudbay Minerals Inc., for a total consideration of $600 million, consisting of $420 million as consideration for equity interest and $180 million as matching contribution which will be allocated toward development costs.
Advised on employee benefits and compensation of Nippon Life Insurance Company's $8.2 billion acquisition of Resolution Life Group Holding LP.
Advised on employee benefits and executive compensation of The Boeing Company's $439 million sale of certain assets and sites of the Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc.
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Practice head
Maureen Gorman
Other key lawyers
Stephanie Vasconcellos