Attorney and Litigation Support-(Atlanta)
Position Summary :
This position will provide legal support for (1) a wide variety of ESOP transactions and other matters in which Argent Trust is an ESOP trustee and (2) litigation and U.S. Department of Labor investigations.
Job Location : Atlanta, GA
Essential Functions :
- Deploy an understanding of ERISA and tax laws applicable to ESOPs
- Prepare, review and / or negotiate the terms of purchase and sale and related documents for ESOP transactions
- Help manage lawsuits and S. Department of Labor investigations
- Conduct legal research for litigation and S. Department of Labor investigations
- Assist in the preparation of motions, briefs, and other court filings and responses to U.S. Department of Labor inquiries
- Assist in the development of litigation strategy
- Attend conferences to increase ESOP knowledge and skills
- Marketing and sales
- Report directly to the head of Argent's ESOP team
Qualifications :
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills in the ERISA areaDemonstrated experience with, or at least interest in, the preparation of briefs and motionsAbility to handle multiple matters simultaneouslyMaintain a high level of service to both Argent Trust colleagues and to ESOPs and the employers that sponsor themExperience with negotiationsStrong organizational skillsBright, creative, ability to "think outside the box"Ability to communicate effectively with outside litigation counsel in ESOP litigation and S. Department of Labor investigationsGood interpersonal skills and a team playerFull time in officeEducation / Experience :
Juris DoctorateA concentration in ERISA, and exposure to ESOPsLitigation experience is desirable but not requiredMinimum of 7+ years of professional work experienceWhat Argent Trust Company Offers :
Argent Trust is one of the leading trustees in America, with a reputation for excellence and sophisticated knowledge of ESOPsThe lawyer will be doing cutting edge work in the ESOP industryArgent Trust serves as a trustee of ESOPs sponsored by employers, both large and small, headquartered in all corners of the countryArgent Trust's own lawyers, valuation analysts and trust administrators staff the businessA generous compensation package is available, consisting of a base salary, two bonus programs, a 401(k) plan with matching employer contributions, a group health plan, and a variety of other fringe benefitsAll bar association and continuing legal education expenses coveredJ-18808-Ljbffr