Counsel - Employee Benefits - Health and Welfare (Raleigh, NC / Other)

About the role

This position is within Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP's Employee Benefits & Tax Team. The ideal candidate will have at least 8+ years of experience, preferably in a mid-large size law firm, with a focus on Health & Welfare plans.

Responsibilities

- Advising clients regarding compliance with ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, and the Affordable Care Act. - Reviewing third party administrator and other vendor agreements. - Providing advice on HIPAA privacy issues. - Managing a diverse caseload of complex employee benefits matters. - Preparing and presenting legal opinions and memoranda. - Participating in client meetings and conference calls. - Drafting and negotiating various documents related to employee benefits.

Requirements

- At least 8+ years of experience in employee benefits law. - Experience advising on ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, and ACA compliance. - Knowledge of third party administrator and vendor agreements. - Understanding of HIPAA privacy regulations. - Excellent analytical and communication skills. - Ability to manage a high volume of complex cases. - Strong legal research and writing abilities.

Qualifications

- J.D. degree from an accredited law school. - Admitted to practice law in at least one state where Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP has an office. - LLM in Employee Benefits is desirable but not required.

Skills

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Pay

$350,000 – $450,000

Schedule

Full-time, with flexibility for remote or hybrid work arrangements.