Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation

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Even before the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) was passed in 1974, McAfee & Taft has been a leader in the field of employee benefits and executive compensation.  Our Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Group is one of the largest of its kind and is respected nationally among employers, government officials, consultants, and other competitors.  We represent clients of all sizes, including large publicly traded corporations with employees all over the United States.  Our clients are diverse and work in various industries including utilities, transportation, manufacturing, entertainment, gaming, energy, retail, healthcare, education (including large universities), insurance, banking, television, radio, and various other economic segments.

Our employee benefits attorneys serve in leadership roles for various prominent benefits organizations, including the SouthWest Benefits Association in Dallas, Texas (two firm attorneys serve as past presidents); the Employee Benefits Institute of Kansas City; the American College of Employee Benefits Counsel; the American Bar Association’s Section of Taxation; the TE/GE Council; and the Oklahoma Employers Healthcare Alliance.  Our attorneys also speak at conferences all over the country on benefit plan trends and compliance issues.

Together, our attorneys have extensive experience in all employee benefits and executive compensation matters, including:

  • Qualified retirement plans
  • Health and welfare plans, including Affordable Care Act compliance and COVID-19 issues
  • Executive compensation, including compensation strategies, plan design, and compliance issues involving 409A
  • ERISA litigation
  • Plan fiduciary counseling
  • Subrogation recovery services
  • Multi-employer and collectively-bargained plans
  • Mergers and acquisitions
  • HIPAA, COBRA, USERRA

Specific areas of expertise

Retirement Plan Consulting, Design and Implementation
McAfee & Taft provides comprehensive consulting services related to the design, structure, alternative solution, implementation and administration of tax-qualified retirement plans, including pension plans, profit sharing plans, Code Section 401(k) plans, employee stock ownership plans, collectively-bargained pension plans, and church and governmental plans.

Our “clients first” philosophy allows us to provide a unique perspective when consulting and designing qualified employee benefit plans. Our focus is solely on what is best for the client, and our advice and analysis are centered exclusively on this approach.

Over the years, we have differentiated ourselves from others based on our expertise, experience and extensive client base. Each of these attributes allows us to provide clients with a thorough and complete analysis of their employee benefit matters. Such analysis is also enhanced by our close working relationship with the Internal Revenue Service and the Department of Labor. These relationships allow us to provide unique perspectives on plan design and structure, as well as to keep a close eye on potential new law changes, governmental interpretations, and court rulings. In turn, we are able to be extremely proactive in providing our clients with new innovative ideas and alternative plan designs.

Health & Welfare Plans
We have substantial expertise involving all aspects of health and welfare plan design and administration, including plan design and documentation, communication, funding, claims and litigation advice, and state law compliance issues. Our group also has experience in establishing funding vehicles for welfare benefits, including VEBAs.

We often coordinate with the clients’ other advisors in creating effective solutions to their health and welfare needs. We also provide advice regarding the implementation and administration of cafeteria plans, counseling regarding aspects of COBRA and HIPAA compliance, and client assistance in integrating their health and welfare plans with Medicare and Social Security.

Fiduciary Counseling
Given the complex and ever-changing nature of the business, our attorneys are frequently retained to provide ongoing counseling to clients regarding their plans. When new ideas and other options should be considered, we’re there to proactively provide employers with alternative plan designs. A mainstay of our counseling practice also involves ensuring that qualified plans retain their “qualified” status.

Our attorneys also frequently represent clients in complex fiduciary responsibility and prohibited transaction matters, both in counseling and litigation, including audits, investigations and other controversies involving the Department of Labor and the Internal Revenue Service.

We also have experience with respect to issues concerning investment of plan assets including fiduciary responsibility, plan asset rules and excise tax waivers.

Executive Compensation
We assist our clients in the design and implementation of a wide variety of executive compensation plans, including:

  • Employment agreements
  • Equity compensation programs, such as stock option plans, phantom stock plans, and restricted stock award plans
  • Long-term incentive awards
  • Supplemental retirement plans
  • Protections for executives in the event of a takeover or other change in control.

We also help clients design funding vehicles for these arrangements.

Employee Benefits-Related Corporate Transactions
McAfee & Taft’s Employee Benefits attorneys regularly handle the employee benefits and compensation aspects of transactions for which the firm provides corporate and securities services. These transactions include:

  • Mergers
  • Acquisitions
  • Buyouts
  • Joint Ventures
  • Spin-offs
  • Divestitures

ERISA Litigation
Our ERISA litigation and controversy attorneys have extensive experience and expertise defending employers and insurers in all aspects of ERISA litigation, including:

  • Administrative review proceedings
  • Claims decisions
  • Benefits lawsuits
  • Subrogation/reimbursement actions
  • Fiduciary litigation
  • Protected rights litigation

Additionally, we handle litigation involving claims for prohibited transactions, alienation of benefits, plan service provider malpractice and withdrawal liability. We also represent plans, plan sponsors, administrators and fiduciaries in matters involving the Department of Labor, the Internal Revenue Service and the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation.

Our ERISA litigation attorneys practice closely with our employee benefits and labor and employment attorneys, bringing a richer perspective to these areas of practice. In an effort to protect our clients against future litigation, we provide valuable assistance regarding the design and implementation of employee benefit plans and regularly counsel client on ERISA compliance issues regarding fiduciary and other duties.

A differentiated approach

Just as no two employers are the same, neither are any two employee benefit plans. Our approach is to provide businesses and other organizations with customized plan options and the information they need to make informed business decisions.

The fact is that “boilerplate” and “cookie-cutter” programs simply don’t work in today’s environment, where employee benefits rules and regulations are constantly subject to change. That is why it is especially vital that employers be represented by attorneys with the experience, expertise, and proactive mindset to develop innovative solutions and to understand every plan alternative and consequence.

Given the depth and expertise of our Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Group, McAfee & Taft also has the unique capability of providing a “team approach” to its client relationships. As a result of this structure, each member of our team can address a variety of issues either through their own experience or with the assistance and consultation of other group members.

When appropriate, we also work closely with clients’ accountants, actuaries and third party administrators. As a leader in the area of retirement and health plan design and administration, McAfee & Taft attorneys have developed significant working relationships with local, regional and national consulting and administrative firms.

The employee benefits world seems to change daily, and in order for our clients to fully take advantage of these changes, we take it upon ourselves to continually advise them about their options and alternatives.

In addition, McAfee & Taft holds complimentary Labor & Employment and Employee Benefits EmployerLINC legal webinars and seminars throughout the year.

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Brian C. Beatty
Shareholder
(405) 270-6015
Judy Burdg
Shareholder, Practice Group Leader
(918) 574-3087
Jennifer H. Callahan
Shareholder, Director, Industry Group Leader
(405) 552-2225
Melissa J. Cottle
Shareholder
(405) 552-2364
Bill G. Freudenrich
Shareholder
(918) 574-3013
Brandon P. Long
Shareholder, Director
(405) 552-2328
T. Lake Moore V
Associate
(405) 270-6068
Richard D. Nix
Shareholder, Practice Group Leader
(405) 552-2219
John A. Papahronis
Shareholder
(405) 552-2231
Kirsten A. Pfeiffer
Associate
(918) 574-3016
Mark D. Spencer
Of Counsel
(405) 552-2368
Sam Wilkerson
Of Counsel
(918) 574-3067
Anna E. Wolfe
Shareholder
(918) 574-3048

Paralegals

Lisa G. McKinzie
Paralegal
(405) 270-6014
Alessa O'Dunadhaigh
Professional Paralegal, Certified Legal Professional
(918) 574-3073
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2018 Corporate Counsel Seminar
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The Evolution of Benefits Law: Where we have been and where we are going

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Code Section 414 Controlled Group Principles & Native American Tribal Governments

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SouthWest Benefits Association Webinar
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The Evolution of Benefits Law: where we have been – where are we going

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Affordable Care Act Update

2018 Oklahoma Labor & Management Conference
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Bonanza! The Healthcare Hot Topics Panel

SWBA 43rd Annual Conference — Wild West of Benefits
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Health Plan Update

Oklahoma Labor/Management Conference 2018
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Retirement Plan Fee Performance

Pension Focus Conference 2018
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EmployerLINC18: Workplace Issues in the News
Tulsa, OK | March 29, 2018

Welcome Relief in Recent Tax Legislation and Regulations

EmployerLINC18: Workplace Issues in the News
Tulsa, OK | March 29, 2018

The ACA Lives, Lessons Learned in 2017, and Current Health Plan Trends

EmployerLINC18: Workplace Issues in the News
Tulsa, OK | March 29, 2018

Employee Benefits All-Star Q&A Panel

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Tulsa, OK | March 29, 2018

Preparing for 401(k) Audit Season: How to make your audit run more smoothly

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McAfee & Taft Webinar Series
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ACA Reform (or not)

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The Death of the ACA?

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2017 Oklahoma Labor/Management Conference
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Don’t Gamble: Be In Compliance

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Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes
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ACA: Ready, Set, Report

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Employee Benefits Case Update

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Red-Light, Green-Light and the Affordable Care Act: Employer Compliance Strategies

2014 OSCPA Governmental Accounting & Auditing Conference
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Health Care Reform Update

Oklahoma Association of Municipal Attorneys Spring Conference
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ERISA Fiduciary Litigation

American Conference Institute’s 7th National Forum on ERISA Litigation
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Health care reform update

EmployerLINC 2014: In Compliance, Out of Court
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Action steps for employers in 2014

EmployerLINC 2014: In Compliance, Out of Court
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Health care reform update

EmployerLINC 2014: In Compliance, Out of Court
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Action steps for employers in 2014

EmployerLINC 2014: In Compliance, Out of Court
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After DOMA—Understanding New Laws, Guidance Regarding the Treatment of Same-Sex Spouses in the Workplace

OKC Metro Employer Council Meeting
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma | March 25, 2014

Healthcare Reform Update: PPACA’s Impact 2014 and Beyond

Southwest Benefits Association's Plan Administrator Skills Workshop
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408(b)(2) Service Provider Notices: It’s Not Just Another Piece of Paper

Southwest Benefits Association 2014 Plan Administrator Skills Workshop
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Time to play or pay — (Finally) final regs for the employer mandate

EmployerLINC Webinar
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After DOMA — Understanding new laws, guidance regarding the treatment of same-sex spouses in the workplace

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Affordable Care Act: Another Year, More Changes

Perry Chamber of Commerce Presentation
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The Affordable Care Act — Employer Compliance Challenges for 2014 and Beyond

Council Of Petroleum Accounting Societies
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The Affordable Care Act: Employer Compliance Challenges for 2014 and Beyond

Oklahoma County Bar Association Continuing Legal Education Presentation
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Benefits Law Update

OPHRA 2013 Winter Quarterly Training Conference
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PPACA Mandate Issues, PPACA Litigation, and Guidance Impacting Wellness

SouthWest Benefits Association's Annual Conference for Practitioners & Plan Sponsors
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Employee Independent Contractor Issues

SouthWest Benefits Association's Annual Conference for Practitioners & Plan Sponsors
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Oklahoma Injury Benefit Coalition Seminar — Oklahoma’s Changing Workers’ Compensation System: Don’t Be Left Behind
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The Affordable Care Act and Health Insurance Options for 2014

Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce's Chamber Choice Informational Breakfast
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Benefit Plans – Common Mistakes and Pitfalls

PartnerSource 2013 Employers' Conference
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Workers Compensation Reform & Employee Benefits

Oklahoma Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association
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Wellness Programs — Carrots and Sticks, Compliance and Risks

EmployerLINC Webinar
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Employee Benefits Issues Facing Healthcare Employers

Oklahoma Medical Management Group Association Meeting
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The Affordable Healthcare Act (PPACA): Are you Ready?

Reed Conference Center - Midwest City, Oklahoma
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The Affordable Healthcare Act (PPACA): Are you Ready?

Tulsa, Oklahoma | May 16, 2013

Unique Employee Benefits Issues Facing Indian Tribes as Employers

Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes
Tulsa, Oklahoma | May 7, 2013

Health Care Reform Update

EmployerLINC 2013: 'Government Gone Wild'
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Health Care Reform for Employers

Healthcare Financial Management Association, Oklahoma Chapter
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Health Care Reform Update

EmployerLINC 2013: 'Government Gone Wild'
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Health Care Reform: 2013 & Beyond

Stillwater Area Human Resource Association
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Benchmarking Fees: Questions You Should Ask Your DC Provider

SouthWest Benefits Association 2013 Plan Administrator Skills Workshop
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Negotiating and Reviewing Service Contracts

SouthWest Benefits Association 2013 Plan Administrator Skills Workshop
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Benchmarking Fees: Questions You Should Ask Your DC Provider

SouthWest Benefits Association 2013 Plan Administrator Skills Workshop
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Health Care Reform: New Year, New Regs, New Changes

Tulsa Area Employer Council
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Cigna v. Amara Revisited: The Ongoing Fallout From this Landmark Case and Its Progeny

American Conference Institute's 5th National Advanced Forum on Defending and Managing ERISA Litigation
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Tulsa Chamber Human Resource — ACA Forum
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