Steven D. Weinstein

Jacob Friedman, Robert M. Projansky, Steven D. Weinstein, Ira M. Golub, Allen J. Wolberg | Proskauer

On October 24, 2007, the Department of Labor ("DOL") issued final regulations on the use of qualified default investment alternatives ("QDIA") in defined contribution plans that allow for participant directed investments. The final regulations implement Section 404(c)(5) of the Employee Retirement...

Robert M. Projansky, Steven D. Weinstein, Lisa A. Berkowitz Herrnson, Avi Bernstein | Proskauer

As the end of 2007 approaches, we would like to take this opportunity to remind sponsors of tax-qualified pension plans of various matters that may affect such plans in the 2008 plan year. Most of the changes described below are a result of the Pension Protection Act of 2006 (the "PPA"). While...