Chambers USA 2023 Recognizes Trucker Huss for Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation and ERISA Litigation

Brad Huss, Mary Powell, Kevin Nolt, Clarissa Kang, and Mia Butzbaugh are also individually recognized by Chambers USA 2023.

Chambers and Partners, USA has released its 2023 list of law firm and attorney rankings in the United States. The prestigious Chambers rankings are driven by independent interviews with clients and members of the legal community.

Trucker Huss is pleased to announce it has been recognized in three practice areas:

• Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation – USA – Nationwide
• Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation – San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surroundings
• ERISA Litigation, USA – Nationwide

In its recognition, Chambers USA stated that Trucker Huss is “A highly rated employee benefits and ERISA boutique offering expert advice to Fortune 50 companies, small businesses, and plan service providers. The firm also has wide-ranging knowledge of employee benefit work.

Recognizing the firm for a new ranking in Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation – USA Nationwide Chambers stated, “Trucker Huss APC is a dedicated employee benefits practice with expertise covering the full range of plans, including retirement, health and welfare, and ESOPs. The firm advises plan sponsors and fiduciaries on the design and administration of plans, as well as assisting with DOL audits and M&A transactions. The firm is noted for its considerable West Coast coverage, with offices in Los Angeles, Portland, and San Francisco.”

Chambers USA further recognized the firm’s ERISA Litigation practice group stating, “Trucker Huss APC is well regarded for its handling of ERISA litigation. The firm expertly defends clients against single-plaintiff claims and class actions involving breach of fiduciary duty and breach of contract claims. The group is also adept at defending excessive fee cases in connection with 403(b) and 401(k) plans.”

Trucker Huss is also proud to announce that the following attorneys have been individually recognized by Chambers.  These attorneys reflect the firm’s deep understanding and expertise in the highly specialized area of ERISA and employee benefits and the firm’s diversity.

• R. Bradford Huss: Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation, San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surroundings and ERISA Litigation, USA – Nationwide

“Brad Huss has a wealth of expertise in ERISA among other employee benefits and executive compensation issues. He has notable experience in DOL investigations. Brad is a well-respected attorney who regularly defends plan sponsors in ERISA litigation, including breach of fiduciary duty claims. ‘He is a valued resource with respect to ERISA matters.’ ‘Brad inspires confidence.’ ‘Brad Huss is very knowledgeable in this area and helpful.’” He has been recognized by Chambers USA for 15 consecutive years.

• Mary E. Powell: Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation in San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surroundings

“Mary Powell handles a broad array of employee benefits and executive compensation matters, including tax and ERISA issues. ‘She is very knowledgeable and an expert in benefits. In addition, she provides practical and timely advice.’ ‘Her knowledge of the law in the health and welfare space is highly sophisticated. She is very responsive and always offers pragmatic advice.’”

• Kevin E. Nolt: Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation in San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surroundings

“Kevin Nolt advises clients on all aspects of pension plan administration, including 401(k) plans. ‘He is incredibly responsive and goes above and beyond to provide incredible service with a personal touch. His knowledge, professionalism and demeanor set him apart.’ ‘He understands my questions, speaks to me in terms I understand and provides practical solutions. He is timely in his responses.’”

• Clarissa A. Kang: ERISA Litigation, USA – Nationwide

“Clarissa Kang regularly defends clients against allegations of fiduciary breach and other ERISA claims. ‘Clarissa Kang is a go-to lawyer for employee benefits. She has very good knowledge of a very complex area. She’s thoughtful about the path forward and what it means for the bigger picture.’ ‘She provides expert litigation advice on ERISA. She is very thoughtful, yet pragmatic.’”

• Mia Butzbaugh: Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation in Oregon

“Mia Butzbaugh is an experienced employee benefits attorney. She is well placed to advise public and private sector employers on health and welfare plans and ERISA compliance. Ms. Butzbaugh was recognized by Chambers USA for Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation in 2021 as a “Leader in Their Field” and in 2020 as a Notable Practitioner.”