Calfee Welcomes New Partner Erin E. Shick
Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP is thrilled to announce the return of Erin E. Shick as a Partner in their Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation practice group. Shick, who will operate from the Cincinnati office, brings extensive experience in advising plan sponsors on compliance, particularly related to impactful regulations like ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, and the Internal Revenue Code.
Expertise in Employee Benefits Compliance
Shick specializes in the intricate design, implementation, and management of various employee benefit plans including retirement and health plans. Her role also encompasses conducting thorough due diligence on employee benefits in the context of mergers and acquisitions, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws.
Understanding Executive Compensation
In her new role, Shick addresses complex executive compensation issues, including compliance with Section 409A, structuring nonqualified plans, and drafting severance agreements. She works closely with benefits committees, boards of directors, and plan trustees to navigate fiduciary and administrative obligations.
Innovative Approaches to ESOPs
One highlight of Shick’s career includes her substantial involvement with Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs). She has played a part in establishing several pioneering ESOPs within the cannabis industry, showcasing her ability to handle niche sectors and novel compliance challenges.
Calfee's Leading Employee Benefits Practice
With more than 15 experienced attorneys, Calfee’s Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation team is nationally recognized for managing complex legal issues in this field. They are proficient in all aspects of benefit plans, ranging from defined benefit pension plans to advanced executive compensation arrangements.
The firm’s expertise in forming ESOPs, negotiating pharmacy benefit contracts, and assisting corporations and government entities with their employee benefits reflects their robust approach to client service. Calfee also provides guidance on investment strategies for large pension plans and handles various compliance requirements on behalf of their clients.
Strengthening Client Relationships
Shick’s return to Calfee is viewed as a significant enhancement to the firm's capabilities. Robert A. (Bob) Miller, Partner and Chair of the Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation practice group, expressed enthusiasm for Shick's diverse skill set. She is expected to further elevate the practice group's distinguished reputation, benefiting clients striving for tailored and comprehensive benefits strategies.
John A. Mongelluzzo, Partner-in-Charge of Calfee’s Cincinnati office, echoed this sentiment, noting that Shick's extensive knowledge will support the firm's growing ERISA practice. Her unique insights will play an essential role in meeting the diverse needs of Calfee's clients.
About Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP
Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP serves as a full-service corporate law firm, employing 160 attorneys and professionals across five major cities. The firm excels in various fields, including Corporate Finance, Employee Benefits, Labor and Employment, and Litigation, among others. Their commitment to excellence is demonstrated through rankings in respected legal guides, positioning them among the leading law firms in their domains.
As a founding member of Lex Mundi, Calfee offers international representation, tapping into a vast network of independent law firms worldwide to meet complex client needs. More information about their comprehensive legal services can be obtained on Calfee.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
What role will Erin E. Shick play at Calfee?
Erin E. Shick will serve as a Partner in Calfee's Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation practice, where she will provide legal advice on compliance and benefits design.
What is Calfee's Employee Benefits Practice known for?
Calfee's Employee Benefits Practice is recognized for handling complex legal matters related to retirement and health benefit plans, with a strong focus on compliance and ERISA regulations.
How does Shick's experience benefit clients?
Shick’s extensive background in employee benefits and executive compensation equips her to address sophisticated legal issues, ensuring clients receive expert guidance tailored to their needs.
What specialties does the Employee Benefits group at Calfee cover?
The group covers a variety of specialties, including pension plans, 401(k) plans, ESOPs, executive compensation arrangements, and welfare plans.
Where is Calfee located?
Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP has offices in Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, and Washington, D.C., providing service to a diverse range of clients across the nation.
