In this episode of Just Compensation, Megan Monson and Jessica I. Stewart join host Taryn E. Cannataro in discussing common treatments of outstanding stock options and other equity awards in transactions. The discussion covers what different approaches mean for employees, sellers and buyers, as well as the tax implications of various treatments. Monson, Stewart, and Cannataro explore the key issues that all parties in a transaction should keep in mind, from equity plan design and deal documentation to structuring awards that effectively incentivize employees.

Speakers:

Megan Monson, Partner, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits
Taryn E. Cannataro, Counsel, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits
Jessica I. Stewart, Associate, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits

In this episode of Just Compensation, Andrew E. Graw, Taryn E. Cannataro, and Zachary Bocian discuss ESOPs, employee stock ownership plans. The conversation covers the tax and non-tax benefits of ESOPs, and how ESOPs can be used by shareholders of closely-held companies to diversify all or some of their equity in the company.

Speakers:

Andrew E. Graw, Partner and Chair, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits
Taryn E. Cannataro, Counsel, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits
Zachary Bocian, Associate, Executive Compensation

On this episode of "Just Compensation," Andrew Graw, Megan Monson, and Jessica I. Kriegsfeld talk about equity plan considerations for public companies. They address various drafting considerations that are specific to public companies, including how proxy advisory firms view certain plan provisions. The conversation also touches on stockholder approval and filing requirements for public companies, as well as employment inducement awards.

Speakers:

Andrew E. Graw, Partner and Chair, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits
Megan Monson, Partner, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits
Jessica Kriegsfeld, Associate, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits