INSIGHTS


 
FinCEN WANTS YOU! (TO REPORT)

Most small companies (and the individuals that own and control them) will need to report under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), effective January 1, 2024, but the reports aren't due until January 1, 2025.  See Lauri London's summary (and handy chart) of CTA requirements and definitions that you need to know.  

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Lauri London
Hidden Advisor Fees: Ninth Circuit and DOL Let the Sunshine In

The fiduciary responsibility to review the reasonableness of plan compensation extends to indirect compensation. Failure to do so can result in a non-exempt prohibited transaction.

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Spotlight on Irene Bassock

Read our interview with Irene and learn about her ability to see both sides of a dispute and provide nuanced legal advice and negotiating strategies makes her a trusted business advisor and coach who advocates for her clients and offers them pragmatic solutions.

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The Long Arm of ERISA Falls Short-How A Foreign Affiliate Escaped Liability

All members of a controlled group are liable under ERISA for plan termination and withdrawal liability, but in practice, it isn’t easy to get jurisdiction over foreign members.

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How to Navigate and Negotiate the C Suite Job Offer

Sandra Cohen, Managing Partner and executive compensation attorney, was a featured guest on The Future is Bright Podcast, hosted by Chris Batz. Sandra addresses key questions and offers tips on navigating a C-suite job offer.

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Cohen & Buckmann Elevates New Partner

Congratulations to attorney Zahava Blumenthal on becoming a partner.

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Sandra Cohen
Process Prevails in ERISA Excessive Fee Bench Trial

Most ERISA lawsuits don’t get to trial, but a recent decision in a 401(k) fiduciary breach lawsuit shows that fiduciaries who follow prudent processes can win.

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