McDermott Will & Emery LLP fields a dedicated team focused on the full spectrum of ERISA coverage, from expertise in handling ERISA and ESOP matters, to handling 410(k) and 403(b) class actions. In ESOP litigation, the team has litigated nationwide in claims against US Department of Labor investigations and Internal Revenue Service audits for a wide clientele, including institutional and individual ESOP trustees, ESOP companies and their directors, as well as investors in class actions. Situated in Chicago, Ted Becker co-heads the practice alongside Christian Nemeth, who splits time between Chicago and Miami, with Becker focused on ERISA litigation and defending clients in government investigations and audits related to employee benefit, health and welfare and retirement plans, while Nemeth is experienced in handling appeals before various circuits relating to ERISA litigation. New York-based Joshua Simon and Julian André in Los Angeles are key names.
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‘The team was incredibly impressive in terms of bench strength, legal expertise, teamwork, and advice and guidance provided to the witnesses while also listening to and learning from the witnesses. The MWE team also demonstrated considerable work ethic, staying up late to get ready for trial and working tirelessly through the trial.’
‘Ted Becker is widely regarded as a pioneer in the ERISA litigation space, particularly when it comes to ESOPs. He is down to earth, mild-mannered, always courteous, and willing to help anyway he can. His genteel demeanor complements a sharp intellect and strong leadership skills with his staff and the overall case direction.'
- 'Julian André was wonderful to work with and presents incredibly well in court. He is passionate about getting to the most correct and reasonable answer, and is a great problem solver.'
- 'I am so thankful for Tala Jayadevan's help, her opinions, her patience, and her determination to make sure I received the necessary support to do well. She is a fierce litigator who you certainly want on your side!'
- 'Claire Danberg is always pleasant and helpful. She has a great future ahead of her as an attorney.'
‘Key folks are Ted Becker, Tala Jayadevan and Julien André. They are fantastic to work with. I felt that they really listened to the details of our complicated case and truly engaged themselves as if they were us. I can honestly say that there were no weaknesses. I can’t speak highly enough of their efforts on our behalf. They listened, understood and communicated very well. They showed true passion and are outstanding individuals.’
‘The whole team stood out. They worked great with each other and the team was very well coordinated. Everyone was a pleasure to deal with and had a very good understanding of their tasks.'
Kernmandanten
- BDO USA
- Berkshire Partners
- Churchill Mortgage Company
- Cigna
- Discover Financial
- ERISA Industry Committee
- Genentech
- GreatBanc Trust Company
- HEICO
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing a client in a significant ERISA litigation, achieving dismissal of claims alleging overcharges in its 401(k) plan.
- Advising a client in Neufeld et al. v. Cigna Health and Life Ins. Co., a nationwide ERISA putative class action challenging Cigna’s use of third-party vendors in key areas like home health care, radiological imaging, and prosthetics and orthotics.
- Representing Schneider Electric in defeating an ERISA class action against the client, involving claims from over 26,000 401(k) plan participants.
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Führende Partner*innen
Die stärksten Partner*innen ihres Praxisbereichs, die eine führende Rolle in signifikanten Mandaten einnehmen und weitreichende Anerkennung unter Wettbewerbern und Mandanten genießen.
Praxisleitung
Ted Becker; Christian Nemeth
Weitere Kernanwält*innen
Joshua Simon; Julian André; Tala Jayadevan; Claire Danberg