Retirement Associate (Attorney)
About The Position
Groom Law Group is seeking a mid-to-senior level associate to support our Retirement, Executive Compensation, and Tax group, with a primary focus on retirement plan design and compliance. This is an excellent opportunity to build a sophisticated legal practice advising high-quality clients on a broad range of retirement issues. Our firm’s extensive experience, depth of experience, and strong track record of success position us as leaders in benefits, retirement, and health care law. We offer a competitive salary, a full range benefits package and the opportunity to work in a stimulating and collegial environment. The location of this position is flexible and can be structured as a remote work arrangement.
Requirements
- Approximately 5-8 years of relevant legal experience with tax‑qualified retirement plans, such as 401(k), profit‑sharing, traditional defined benefit, and cash balance plans.
- A strong working knowledge of applicable ERISA and Internal Revenue Code requirements.
- Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
- The ability to work both independently and collaboratively on complex matters.
- Attention to detail, sound professional judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Strong academic credentials and a demonstrated commitment to professional growth.
Responsibilities
- Advising clients on retirement plan design, operation, and compliance with applicable Internal Revenue Code and ERISA requirements, including the SECURE 2.0 Act and legislative and regulatory developments.
- Drafting, reviewing, and updating plan documents, amendments, summary plan descriptions, and other participant communications.
- Conducting legal research and analysis to support client advice and firm initiatives.
- Working directly with clients and colleagues to identify, analyze, and address legal issues in a practical and timely manner.
- Collaborating with attorneys across the firm to deliver high-quality, client-focused legal services.
Benefits
- competitive salary
- a full range benefits package
- opportunity to work in a stimulating and collegial environment
- flexible location
- remote work arrangement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
