For the third consecutive year, Cohen & Buckmann P.C. ranks among the top executive compensation and employee benefit firms in New York, according to the Chambers USA Guide published by the international law firm ranking organization Chambers and Partners. The Firm is ranked in Band 1 for Executive Compensation: Mainly Executive Representations. Chambers also offered individual accolades for co-founders, Sandra Cohen and Carol Buckmann, as well as Partner, Lauri London.
Chambers researchers specifically noted the Firm’s strength in both compensation and employee benefits, noting “Cohen & Buckmann, P.C. is a highly respected boutique known predominantly for its expertise advising individual and teams of executives on all aspects of their employment and compensation arrangements, including related tax issues. The firm frequently advises corporate clients including plan sponsors and fiduciaries on employee benefits issues including ERISA. Capabilities include advising on cross-border matters.”
The firm also stands out for the strong and loyal rapport C&B builds with clients, several of whom were interviewed for the ranking.
"Cohen & Buckmann has a well-curated team, with the capability to identify and provide legal counsel regarding the most important issues presented to management teams and executives in the context of compensation."
"The firm is well equipped to handle non-routine, sophisticated matters."
"They are my go-to subject matter experts in these areas."
Sandra Cohen received a Band 1 ranking for her work representing individual C-suite executives and management teams in complex negotiations.
In a joint statement, co-founders Carol Buckmann and Sandra Cohen stated, “Since the Firm opened our doors we have been committed to excellence in employee benefits law and to delivering a high level of client service. We’re proud to have been honored by our peers and clients with this recognition.”
Read more about the Firm in its Chambers page here.