Associate position within the Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation group at DLA Piper.
Based in the firm's Washington D.C. office, following a hybrid work model with regular in-office presence and some work-from-home flexibility.
Focus on executive compensation and employee benefits law, including equity plans and agreements, executive retention packages, and retirement and welfare plans.
Handle employee benefit plans and compensation arrangements specifically within mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
Core responsibilities include legal research and analysis, drafting legal documents (e.g., contracts, correspondence), and managing complex cases or transactions from inception to resolution.
Manage client interactions, providing support, regular updates, advice, and ensuring compliance with legal standards and regulations.
Requires strong analytical, writing, and organizational skills, keen attention to detail, sound business judgment, and the ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
Minimum qualifications include a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, active admission to the District of Columbia Bar, and at least two years of direct, applicable experience, preferably from an AmLaw 100 firm.
The expected annual salary range for this position is $225,000 to $260,000, dependent on factors such as experience and market location.
A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

June 2, 2026

Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Associate (DC)

ERISAEmployee BenefitsExec CompM&A

DLA PiperDistrict of Columbia

Practice area

ERISA · Employee Benefits · Exec Comp · M&A

PQE

2+ years

Location

District of Columbia, District of Columbia

Salary

$225,000 - $260,000

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

Associate position within the Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation group at DLA Piper.
Based in the firm's Washington D.C. office, following a hybrid work model with regular in-office presence and some work-from-home flexibility.
Focus on executive compensation and employee benefits law, including equity plans and agreements, executive retention packages, and retirement and welfare plans.
Handle employee benefit plans and compensation arrangements specifically within mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
Core responsibilities include legal research and analysis, drafting legal documents (e.g., contracts, correspondence), and managing complex cases or transactions from inception to resolution.
Manage client interactions, providing support, regular updates, advice, and ensuring compliance with legal standards and regulations.
Requires strong analytical, writing, and organizational skills, keen attention to detail, sound business judgment, and the ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
Minimum qualifications include a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, active admission to the District of Columbia Bar, and at least two years of direct, applicable experience, preferably from an AmLaw 100 firm.
The expected annual salary range for this position is $225,000 to $260,000, dependent on factors such as experience and market location.
A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

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Last updated: June 3, 2026