R. Michael Mike Sanchez

A Master of Employee Benefits Law with Unmatched Experience

When our mid-sized engineering firm needed to completely restructure our executive compensation and 401(k) plans to ensure compliance and improve retention, the complexity was daunting. We were referred to Mike Sanchez at Taft, and it was the best decision we could have made. With over five decades of practice, Mike possesses a depth of knowledge in employee benefits and tax law that is simply irreplaceable. He didn't just review documents; he provided strategic counsel that considered our long-term business goals and the nuanced landscape of ERISA. His guidance on the non-qualified deferred compensation plan was particularly insightful, navigating tax pitfalls we hadn't even identified. It's clear why he's recognized in Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Mike is exceptionally professional yet approachable, explaining intricate legal concepts in plain English without ever talking down to us. He anticipated questions from our board and the IRS, preparing us thoroughly. The process was seamless, and the outcome was a robust, compliant benefits package that has been instrumental in our recruitment efforts. For any business in Colorado facing the complexities of benefits planning, Mike Sanchez is the definitive expert. His experience from graduating UT Law in 1972 to today is an asset you cannot find elsewhere.