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In the retirement plan industry, acquisitions aren’t just about numbers—they’re about narrative. And with its seventh deal in two years, July Business Services (JULY) is writing a very clear one: they’re not just growing,...more
I n the world of corporate mergers and acquisitions, attention is lavished on financial statements, contracts, intellectual property, real estate, and executive compensation. Armies of lawyers and accountants pore over every...more
Employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) have been used as a business succession strategy by employers across many industries. In the cannabis industry, ESOPs have come and gone and come again as a trendy topic promising to fix...more
When acquiring a company that offers its employees retirement benefits via a 401(k) plan, a lot can go wrong and recent law changes and litigation trends have created more complications. Buyers who fail to understand and...more
Blue Ridge Associates announced today that it has acquired Qualified Retirement Plan Services, Inc. (QRPS) based in Raleigh, North Carolina....more
Recent legislation requires that all new 401(k) plans provide automatic enrollment for all eligible participants. However, plans “established” before 2023 are generally exempt. In the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) context,...more
Mariner announced the acquisition of Cardinal Investment Advisors. Mariner’s advisory assets will grow to $550 billion in the first quarter of 2025....more
In a further consolidation of the retirement plan business, Voya Financial, Inc. announced that it has completed its acquisition of the OneAmerica Financial, Inc. full-service retirement plan business....more
SageView Advisory Group has announced its acquisition of OnTrack 401(k), based in Frederick, Maryland....more
The US energy sector’s ongoing consolidation wave, which saw $250 billion worth of deals in 2023 and continues into the current year, is reshaping the industry landscape. As companies seek to deploy cash reserves and enhance...more
Although pension plans are increasingly rare, if your business is considering acquiring a company that sponsors a pension plan, then several new diligence and deal considerations come into play for the transaction. This can...more
In this insightful episode of our Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Considerations in Mergers and Acquisitions podcast series, attorneys Paul Porretta and Christopher Stock delve into the complex world of...more
Modern Wealth Management acquired Beltz Ianni & Associates’ advisory business and their third-party plan administration services, Enhanced Retirement Solutions, which will be rebranded to Modern Wealth Business....more
Patrick Rehfield focuses on matters related to executive compensation, payroll tax, and employee fringe benefits. He advises private and public companies on designing and implementing nonqualified retirement plans, equity...more
When I reflect on the relationship that our firm has with our clients, I’m most proud of the fact that you can always count on us. That often means defending complex litigation, steering you through regulatory threats,...more
One of the most common questions we receive from buy-side clients in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is how to handle the 401(k) plan of the target company in the context of a stock purchase acquisition: Should they require...more
The latest “Just Compensation” podcast features Megan Monson, Taryn E. Cannataro, and Jessica Kriegsfeld of Lowenstein’s Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation group describing some of the benefits-related considerations...more
One Digital announced it has acquired - 401K Resources and The Clear Group 401K Resources was founded by Renee Scherzer, the President-Elect of the National Association of Plan Advisors (NAPA). The Clear Group, founded by...more
In this edition of “Just Compensation,” Andrew E. Graw, Chair of Lowenstein’s Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation practice, talks with partner Megan Monson and counsel Taryn E. Cannataro about 401(k) plan...more
CAPTRUST announced its purchase of Monroe Vos Consulting, a Houston-based registered investment advisor (RIA) with $5.8 billion in assets. Monroe Vos provides advisory services for retirement plan sponsors, endowments, and...more
Here are last week’s curated AG and federal regulatory news stories highlighting key areas in which state and federal regulators’ decisions are having an impact across the US: Show Me the Money: Attorneys General Urge CFPB...more
401(k) Plan Mergers and Updated IRS Determination Letters - As part of an M&A transaction, your company may assume a new 401(k) plan that is sponsored by the acquired business. This article includes some common questions...more
Owners and employees of smaller organizations often find themselves stretched in many directions. With all of the demands on one’s time associated with operating a business, it is not uncommon to see attention to the...more
Charles Schwab, the largest publicly traded discount brokerage firm and of the largest custodian of 401(k) plan assets has agreed to acquire TD Ameritrade for an all-stock transaction valued at $26 billion....more
With a recent uptick in mergers and transactions, we thought it would be worthwhile to provide a refresher on some coverage testing issues related to retirement plans. Although a seemingly mundane topic, coverage testing...more