Lars C. Golumbic
Litigation - ERISA
Litigation - ERISA
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Lars Golumbic serves as the co-chair of the firm’s Litigation Practice. His ERISA litigation practice includes the defense of “excessive fee” and ESOP class actions brought against plan sponsors, fiduciaries, and service providers. Lars also represents health plan sponsors and health insurers in actions brought under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act. Additionally, Lars defends plan trustees, fiduciaries, companies and their board members, and service providers in Department of Labor investigations and enforcement proceedings instituted by the federal agency. He has appeared in dozens of federal courts across the country as part of his active ERISA litigation practice.While the focus of Lars’ national practice is in ERISA litigation, Lars also represents plan fiduciaries and other stakeholders in matters concerning plan funding, restructuring, withdrawal liability, and plan termination.Lars serves as a member of the firm’s Executive Committee. Lars Golumbic serves as the co-chair of the firm’s Litigation Practice. His ERISA litigation practice includes the defense of “excessive fee” and ESOP class actions brought against plan sponsors, fiduciaries, and service providers. Lars also represents health plan sponsors and health insurers in actions brought under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act. Additionally, Lars defends plan trustees, fiduciaries, companies and their board members, and service providers in Department of Labor investigations and enforcement proceedings instituted by the federal agency. He has appeared in dozens of federal courts across the country as part of his active ERISA litigation practice.While the focus of Lars’ national practice is in ERISA litigation, Lars also represents plan fiduciaries and other stakeholders in matters concerning plan funding, restructuring, withdrawal liability, and plan termination.Lars serves as a member of the firm’s Executive Committee. Lars Golumbic serves as the co-chair of the firm’s Litigation Practice. His ERISA litigation practice includes the defense of “excessive fee” and ESOP class actions brought against plan sponsors, fiduciaries, and service providers. Lars also represents health plan sponsors and health insurers in actions brought under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act. Additionally, Lars defends plan trustees, fiduciaries, companies and their board members, and service providers in Department of Labor investigations and enforcement proceedings instituted by the federal agency. He has appeared in dozens of federal courts across the country as part of his active ERISA litigation practice. While the focus of Lars’ national practice is in ERISA litigation, Lars also represents plan fiduciaries and other stakeholders in matters concerning plan funding, restructuring, withdrawal liability, and plan termination. Lars serves as a member of the firm’s Executive Committee.
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Pamela Kim
Our company faced a complex and high-stakes ERISA class action lawsuit concerning alleged excessive fees in our retirement plan. The situation was daunting, but engaging Lars Golumbic was the best decision we made. His deep, 27-year expertise in this niche area was immediately evident. He didn't just react to the litigation; he provided a masterclass in strategic defense, drawing on his recognized leadership as co-chair of his firm's litigation practice. Lars and his team conducted a meticulous, fact-intensive analysis that dismantled the plaintiffs' claims. His calm, authoritative demeanor was a steadying force for our entire executive team throughout the multi-year process. The case was resolved on highly favorable terms, protecting our company and our employees' plan. His 'Lawyer of the Year' recognitions are well-deserved. We have the utmost confidence in his counsel.