PeopleLila J. Brueggeman* Senior Paralegal *Names that appear with an asterisk indicate a Michael Best professional not admitted to practice law.  Preview Attorney's BiographyCarrie crafts practical solutions to complex problems without overlooking technical details – guiding employers through the development and implementation of talent, compensation, and benefits strategies designed to enhance top line growth while managing bottom line expenditures and compliance. Carrie E. Byrnes Partner Chair, Women's Development Group Chair, MB Parents & Caregivers Member, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee  Preview Attorney's BiographyTeresa brings an extensive background in employee benefits and affirmative action to her work as a labor and employment paralegal. Teresa M. Como* Senior Paralegal *Names that appear with an asterisk indicate a Michael Best professional not admitted to practice law.  Preview Attorney's BiographyDavid is a zealous and unrelenting advocate in employment and labor relations matters. He also serves as general counsel for selected clients. David’s practice is defined by his singular commitment to helping clients achieve their business objectives.  Preview Attorney's BiographyLuke focuses his practice in the area of employee benefits and executive compensation.
Luke counsels employers on a variety of benefit arrangements including health and welfare plans and qualified retirement plans. He advises plan sponsors and fiduciaries on compliance with applicable laws, including ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, HIPAA, COBRA, and other regulations. He also has experience helping clients respond to compliance audits by the Department of Labor. Additionally, Luke has experience assisting clients with tax considerations and issues surrounding the drafting and administration of incentive plans, deferred compensation plans, and equity-based compensation arrangements.  Preview Attorney's BiographyMegan advises public and private companies on employee benefits and executive compensation issues. She counsels both employers and executives on the negotiation, design, and implementation of employment, severance and change-in-control arrangements, deferred compensation plans, and equity and other incentive compensation plans and arrangements. Megan also advises her clients on a variety of federal and state labor and employment matters.Earlier in her career, Megan was an associate with two AmLa ...  Preview Attorney's BiographyJorge is skilled at successfully managing and staffing the full service benefit and compensation needs of clients ranging from small operations to large multinational companies. Clients have entrusted Jorge and his team to oversee the design and administration of their health and welfare programs, executive compensation arrangements, and retirement plans. Jorge M. Leon Partner Group Co-Leader, Employee Benefits Co-Chair, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee  Preview Attorney's BiographyMark assists clients in a range of employee benefits matters, including legal compliance, transaction due diligence, and litigation. He brings a multifaceted, big picture outlook to helping clients unravel the challenges of complex benefits-related problems.He has established a strong track record in achieving successful outcomes for clients confronted by employee benefits litigation and arbitration claims. Mark has also successfully litigated patent and trade secret litigation claims, as well as employment non-compete claims.
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