Partner - Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation

Amundsen Davis seeks an experienced ERISA/Employee Benefits attorney to join our Employee Benefits, Executive Compensation & Tax Service Group as a Partner; a fully remote position will be considered. The ideal candidate is an accomplished generalist in employee benefits who enjoys helping private and nonprofit employers navigate the complex, ever-changing legal requirements related to employee benefits, and solving compliance, design, risk and correction issues concerning their employee benefit plans. Desired background includes executive compensation and deferred compensation arrangements; employee benefits in mergers and acquisitions; qualified retirement plans; employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs); and health and welfare plans. A portable book of business is preferred but not required. Candidates must have 10-15 years of law firm experience, strong technical skills, and commitment to client service.

This position offers reasonable billable hour expectations that support work-life balance. The anticipated base salary range is $200,000 to $500,000, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and portable book of business. This position is eligible for performance-based bonus compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with profit sharing; paid bar dues; and other benefits described at

This position is not open to recruiters.

Amundsen Davis is a full-service business law firm comprised of 265 attorneys headquartered in Chicago. As one of the fastest growing law firms in the Midwest, we understand the entrepreneurial thinking that drives business decisions for our clients. We use this insight to respond to the needs of clients creatively, expediently and pragmatically. The firm handles the transactional, labor and employment, and litigation needs of companies across the U.S. Our experience in both litigated and transactional matters makes us a unique partner for your business. The law firm has offices in the following locations: Chicago, Crystal Lake, St. Charles, and Rockford, IL; Cleveland and Columbus, OH; Milwaukee, Appleton, Brookfield, Green Bay, and Madison, WI; St. Louis, MO; and Indianapolis, IN. For more information, visit us online at

Amundsen Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support and encourage workforce diversity. We do not discriminate because of an individual's race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, citizenship, creed, marital status, veteran status, age, family care giving responsibilities, genetic profile or predisposition, pregnancy or disability with respect to hiring, promotion, firing, compensation, or other terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.

Amundsen Davis does not utilize any Artificial Intelligence (AI) in its applicant selection or hiring process. Amundsen Davis recognizes the supportive benefits that AI may bring to the practice of law, but we expect it to be just that - supportive of original human thoughts, arguments, and ideas. During the hiring process, it is particularly important for us to see your writing and other communication skills without the aid of AI. Accordingly, Amundsen Davis requires all applicants to fully disclose their use of AI to generate or otherwise supplement any content in communications (i.e., cover letters and emails) with the firm, and other submissions (e.g., resume, writing samples, etc.) to the firm. Other than spellcheck and autofill functions - there is no de minimis exception to this policy. Failure to disclose your use of AI during the hiring process may result in denial of employment, revocation of an employment offer, or termination of employment (if hired).

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