Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP frequently advises private equity sponsors, investment funds, and boards of directors on employee benefits, executive compensation, and ERISA aspects within corporate transactions. The firm has a notable track record in the insurance sector, exemplified by its role in advising Alleghany on its $11.6 billion acquisition by Berkshire Hathaway. Practice co-head Michael Katz, based in New York, is experienced in equity awards, the tax consequences of golden parachutes, and the liabilities associated with employee benefits in contexts such as leveraged buyouts, spin-offs, and corporate restructurings. Also in New York, fellow practice leader Jordan Messinger counsels public and private entities, boards, and compensation committees on a range of compensation and benefits issues, including those related to tax, securities law, and corporate governance. Rose Ohanesian, another New York-based attorney, deals with Section 280G parachute payment matters, employee tender offers, and the establishment of ongoing equity programs. In Washington DC, Alexander Ryan focuses on ERISA Title I issues, while San Francisco’s Scott Thompson offers expertise in complex equity and incentive compensation agreements.
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‘Jordan Messinger is a strong and busy lawyer with a broad range of expertise.’
‘Jordan Messinger's responsiveness and creativity make him the shining star of the Willkie Employment Law practice.’
‘Jordan Messinger is a gem of a lawyer. He is responsive, efficient, and creative in enabling me to make a proper business decision.’
‘Alexander Ryan is an outstanding Title I attorney. ’
‘They understand our business and our approach, leading to realistic advice in line with our philosophies. Response and turnaround time are timely and highly detailed. Proactive advice on adjacent scenarios has led to valuable actions and decisions.’
‘Absolute measure to work with. Knows the material inside out and how it applies to our environment. Clearly working for the success of our business with recommendations to help us improve even in non-acute situations. Response time is swift.
‘I have complete trust in Willkie, not just for expert legal and commercial counsel but because I know they have my best personal interests at heart.’
‘Scott Thompson is a fabulous partner. I feel like the relationship goes far beyond counsel/client and that makes for a priceless partnership.’
‘Very solid.’
Kernmandanten
- Franklin Resources, Inc. (d/b/a Franklin Templeton)
- Franchise Group, Inc. CEO Brian Kahn
- CommerceHub
- Carrix, Inc.
- Alleghany Corporation
- Warburg Pincus
- Fresh Express Incorporated
- Insight Partners
- CMA CGM
- Accedian
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Franklin Templeton on the acquisition of Putnam Investments and strategic partnership with Power Corporation of Canada and Great-West Lifeco.
- Represented Franchise Group CEO Brian Kahn in a $2.6 billion take-private transaction.
- Represented CommerceHub, a portfolio company of Insight Partners, in its acquisition of ChannelAdvisor Corporation.
Anwält*innen
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
Michael Katz; Jordan Messinger
Weitere Kernanwält*innen
Rose Ohanesian; Alexander Ryan; Scott Thompson