Kelly E. MacDonald

Expert ERISA Guidance for Our Company's Complex Restructuring

Our mid-sized manufacturing company recently undertook a significant restructuring, which presented complex challenges regarding our employee benefit plans, including a 401(k) and an ESOP. We engaged Kelly MacDonald at KMK based on her specific recognition in Employee Benefits and ERISA law. Over the course of several months, Kelly proved to be an invaluable asset. Her 12 years of experience were immediately evident; she navigated the intricate ERISA compliance issues with a clarity that demystified the process for our internal team. Her advice was not only legally sound but also pragmatic, always considering the operational impact on our Cincinnati-based workforce. The fact that she has been recognized by Best Lawyers in this niche area gave us great confidence from the outset, and that confidence was well-placed. Her strategic approach saved us from potential pitfalls and significant future liability. If there was one minor critique, it would be that during the busiest weeks, communication from her direct office could occasionally take a day to circle back, though Kelly herself was always thoroughly prepared for our scheduled calls. Overall, her counsel was exceptional. We would not hesitate to recommend Kelly E. MacDonald to any Ohio business facing sensitive benefits matters.