Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP is highly regarded for its multidisciplinary approach, seamlessly integrating securities, tax, and labor law expertise to provide comprehensive advice on executive compensation, incentive plans, and ERISA compliance. The firm is a trusted advisor on M&A, IPOs, and private equity transactions, frequently assisting Fortune 500 companies and investment funds with benefits structuring, retention strategies, and fiduciary compliance. The team is particularly active in high-profile corporate deals, including advising Pioneer Natural Resources on its $64.5bn merger with ExxonMobil. The practice is co-led by Sean Feller in Century City, who specialises in executive incentives and retention planning and Krista Hanvey in Dallas, an expert in corporate benefits structuring and securities compliance.