Duff & Phelps is one of the leading financial advisors in transactions involving ERISA benefit plans, including employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs). Consistent with our reputation for solving complex financial problems, Duff & Phelps was a pioneer in rendering financial advice to corporations and fiduciaries concerning ERISA- and ESOP-related issues.
Corporate finance transactions involving employer securities, including ESOPs and other ERISA benefit plans, are complex and involve many financial and regulatory issues. As an experienced financial advisor and investment banker in these transactions, Duff & Phelps has a strong background in resolving the unique financial and valuation structural issues involving employer securities.
Our broad experience with both private and public companies on employer security issues has made Duff & Phelps the firm of choice for structuring, financing and valuing stock for ESOP and other ERISA plans. We assist our clients by guiding them through the complex financial and valuation implications of the regulatory, legal and tax aspects of ERISA and ESOP transactions.
Our Services:
ESOP feasibility studies
Initial ESOP valuation and annual updates
ESOP structuring and financing
Sale or purchase of stock in ERISA pension plans
ESOP and ERISA fairness opinions
Advising ERISA fiduciaries in mergers and acquisitions