Jones Walker Enhances Tax and Employee Benefits Practices with New Miami Attorneys

Jones Walker Expands Its Team in Miami

Jones Walker LLP has made a significant addition to its Tax Practice Group and employee benefits team with the recent hiring of Pedro Herrera as a partner and Madison Levine as special counsel in their Miami office. This strategic move is aimed at bolstering the firm's capacity to provide comprehensive services to clients navigating the complexities of tax law and employee benefits administration.

New Additions to the Firm

In a statement, Bill Hines, the managing partner of Jones Walker, expressed his enthusiasm about the new hires, highlighting how both attorneys bring outstanding technical expertise and a client-centric approach that harmonizes well with the firm's collaborative culture. He stated, “Their additions further strengthen our Miami office and enhance our ability to provide comprehensive tax and employee benefits counsel to clients throughout Florida and beyond.”

Luis Llamas, head of Jones Walker’s Miami office, echoed these sentiments, noting that Pedro and Madison's arrival will enhance the firm's existing capabilities across various practices in South Florida.

Pedro Herrera's Expertise

Pedro Herrera comes with over twenty years of invaluable experience guiding institutional funds through the intricate landscape of tax regulations and operational challenges related to pension plans. His expertise encompasses the full scope of both defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans, including health and welfare benefit plans. He stated, “I’m thrilled to join Jones Walker’s experienced and esteemed employee benefits team. I look forward to utilizing the firm’s comprehensive client service platform and collaborating with talented colleagues across the nationwide Tax Practice Group.”

Known nationally for his adeptness at navigating the regulatory environment, Pedro emphasizes the importance of staying informed about the latest legal and business developments affecting compensation and benefits arrangements. His insights are highly valued among plan trustees, sponsors, and fiduciaries who face the multifaceted challenges in this domain.

Madison Levine's Focus

On the other hand, Madison Levine focuses her practice on representing pension plans within both governmental and private sectors across Florida. She has extensive experience in handling employee benefits and provides legal counsel to boards of trustees, plan administrators, investment consultants, and local governmental officials. Madison expressed her eagerness to leverage the resources at Jones Walker to serve her existing clients better while also expanding her practice. “Together with Pedro, we are proud to begin raising the profile of the firm's employee benefits team in South Florida,” she affirmed.

Enhancing Client Services

The incorporation of Pedro and Madison into the Miami office signifies not just growth in personnel but a commitment to enhancing the quality of service the firm offers to its clients. As the legal landscape continues to evolve, having professionals who are both knowledgeable and experienced becomes paramount to addressing the challenges clients face regarding tax and employee benefits.

Jones Walker LLP stands as one of the top 140 law firms in the United States, with a reputation for assisting both public and private corporations. With its expansive footprint across several states, including Florida, the firm is well-positioned to meet the diverse needs of its clientele.

The additions of Pedro Herrera and Madison Levine to the Miami office mark an important step in Jones Walker's strategy to fortify its practice areas and further its reach in the ever-competitive legal market. As they embark on their journey within Jones Walker, both attorneys are poised to make significant contributions to the firm's continued success and reputation for excellence in client service.