Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate
DLA Piper is seeking an associate to join its Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation group. The role involves engaging in meaningful work related to executive compensation and employee benefits law, including equity plans and agreements, and managing complex cases and transactions.ResponsibilitiesConduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case/transaction preparation and strategyDraft well-written, error free, and reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondenceAssist/Manage a variety of complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution including preparing for trials, negotiations, settlements, closings, and other legal activities while continuously demonstrating strong judgementBuild, maintain, and cultivate strong internal and external client relationships by providing support, regular updates, advice, and addressing concerns promptly and with the utmost professionalismWork collaboratively with other lawyers and business professionals to support and develop innovative case/transaction strategies to achieve the most favorable outcomes for internal and external clientsAttend, support, and participate in high-level legal activities including court hearings, depositions, negotiations, trials, etcEnsure rigorous compliance with legal standards and regulations, staying abreast of changes in law and legal precedentsProactively seek out and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your legal knowledge, practice technology, management, and leadership skillsEngage in and contribute to; firm programs and initiatives; civic and professional organizations; pro bono work by providing legal assistance to underserved and underrepresented communitiesSkillsJ.D. Degree from an accredited law schoolAdmitted to practice in the state in which they are officing1 year of direct and applicable AmLaw 100 firm experience preferredExcellent written and verbal communication abilitiesStrong research, analytical and problem-solving skillsAttention to detailGood business and professional judgmentExcellent organizational skillsAbility to work collaboratively and independentlyConceptual thinkingPersuasive communicationManagement skillsEffectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third partiesProduce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive mannerProvide timely, accurate, and quality work productSuccessfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as requiredFoster positive work relationshipsComply with all firm policies and practicesEngage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typingParticipate in digital/virtual conference callsParticipate in meetings as neededAbility to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environmentPerform all other duties, tasks or projects as assignedBenefitsMedical/dental/vision insurance401(k)Company OverviewDLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers located in more than 40 countries to helps clients with their legal needs around the world. It was founded in 2005, and is headquartered in London, England, GBR, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.dlapiper.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipDLA Piper has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2026, 6 in 2025, 10 in 2024, 6 in 2023, 4 in 2022, 14 in 2021, 14 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.