What are the responsibilities and job description for the ERISA Associate Attorney position at Lateral Link?
You have the litigation chops. You have the benefits law knowledge. So why are you still doing discovery grunt work on cases you'll never see through trial?
You should be taking depositions of plan administrators, arguing fiduciary duty motions, and cross examining actuaries—not just cite checking briefs. You're ready to be a courtroom lawyer handling bet the company ERISA disputes, not just another litigation cog.
We are helping to build out a nationally recognized ERISA Litigation team for an expanding docket of high stakes employee benefits disputes—including multimillion-dollar breach of fiduciary duty class actions and plan termination litigation that will set new precedent.
This isn't a backfill position; it's a strategic expansion for a practice group that handles the most sophisticated ERISA matters in the country.
What You'll Actually Do:
- Take and defend depositions in complex fiduciary breach cases
- Draft dispositive motions and argue them in federal court
- Work directly with expert witnesses on damages and prudence issues
- Second-chair trials and arbitrations with partners who trust you in the room
- Build expertise that makes you indispensable, not replaceable
What You Bring:
- 2-6 years of litigation experience (ERISA background is a major plus, but they'll train the right litigator)
- Excellent academic credentials and a track record of winning
- Strong writing skills and the confidence to stand up in court
- Bar admission in good standing
What You Get:
- Top of Market Pay: Compensation on the leading national scale for elite litigation practices
- Real Responsibility: Direct partner mentorship without layers of bureaucracy
- Geographic Flexibility: Based in Washington, DC preferred, but they're open to Atlanta, Dallas, or Chicago for the right candidate
- Meaningful Work: Handle cases that shape employee benefits law and affect millions of plan participants
The Catch: We are selectively and confidentially recruiting for this specific opening. The interview process will move quickly, and thyey're looking to make a decision soon.
This is your chance to join a practice where you'll actually litigate—not just support litigation.
Apply Now: DM me directly or send your resume confidentially to srushing@laterallink.com. All inquiries handled with complete discretion.
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