Driving Leadership Value in a Changing Business Climate
Sheppard’s executive compensation team helps public and private employers build programs that motivate high-performing executives while meeting complex legal and tax requirements.
We advise on employment agreements, equity and incentive plans, deferred compensation arrangements and pay practices—including compliance with the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), Internal Revenue Code and securities rules.
Our lawyers address challenges presented by evolving regulations and market pressures. We assist with program design, plan administration, compensation disclosures and change-in-control arrangements, ensuring alignment with organizational values and shareholder interests. When transactions such as mergers, acquisitions or restructurings arise, we guide clients through executive compensation negotiations and contractual rights and obligations.