Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP handles a broad spectrum of executive compensation and benefits issues from human resources to defensive strategies against takeovers and governance concerns. The firm has a strong track record in sectors like software, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and transportation. Jeffrey Ross leads the New York-based team and focuses on complex fiduciary issues in M&A and asset management, especially concerning ERISA’s fiduciary duties and prohibited transaction regulations. Amy Blackman offers guidance to both public and private firms on executive and director compensation, addressing related securities, tax, and governance issues during regular operations and corporate deals. Andrea Pollak specializes in ERISA regulatory aspects, particularly in the setup, creation, and management of investment funds and arrangements. Jason Ertel left the firm in May 2024.