In this episode of Just Compensation, Jessica I. Kriegsfeld, Amy C. Schwind, and Adam Dickson discuss employment considerations for early-stage companies, including best practices to be compliant with applicable employment laws and to build a strong foundation to grow and attract talent.

Speakers:

Adam Dickson, Counsel, Emerging Companies & Venture Capital
Amy C. Schwind, Counsel, Employment
Jessica Kriegsfeld, Associate, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits

In this episode of Just Compensation, Megan Monson, Julie Levinson Werner, and Jessica I. Kriegsfeld delve into considerations associated with engaging temporary workers, particularly through a staffing agency. They discuss the benefits of engaging temporary workers, pitfalls to avoid, and best practices.

Speakers:
Megan Monson, Partner, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits
Julie Levinson Werner, Partner, Vice Chair, Employment
Jessica Kriegsfeld, Associate, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits

In this episode of Just Compensation, Megan Monson and Jessica I. Kriegsfeld talk to Anthony O. Pergola, Vice Chair of Lowenstein’s Emerging Companies & Venture Capital practice group, about the complexities and challenges of Section 280G, a section of the Internal Revenue Code which can be implicated during company change-of-control transactions. The hosts discuss tips for navigating Section 280G and planning strategies to mitigate adverse tax consequences, emphasizing the importance of early preparation and clear communication throughout the M&A process.

Refer to episode "Change of Control: Golden Parachute Rules in the Sale Process" for a more detailed overview of Section280G.

Speakers:
Megan Monson, Partner, Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits
Anthony O. Pergola, Partner, Vice Chair, Emerging Companies & Venture Capital
Jessica Kriegsfeld, Associate, Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits