Biography
Kirk advises employers, plan sponsors, fiduciaries, and service providers on employee benefits and ERISA matters, with a focus on practical, compliance‑driven solutions for retirement and welfare benefit plans.
Kirk works extensively with qualified retirement plans, including 401(k) and 403(b) plans, as well as governmental and tax‑exempt plans. His experience includes advising on plan corrections, audits, fiduciary governance, and evolving regulatory developments such as SECURE 2.0. Clients value his ability to translate complex requirements into clear, actionable guidance aligned with their business operations.
Before focusing exclusively on employee benefits law, Kirk gained hands‑on experience across plan administration, underwriting, and in‑house legal roles. This background gives him a practical understanding of how benefit plans operate in real‑world settings and allows him to anticipate issues before they escalate.
Areas of Focus
+Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation
Credentials
+Education
Temple University Beasley School of Law, J.D.
University of Tennessee, Knoxville, B.S., Business Administration, cum laude
+Certifications & Specializations
Qualified 401(k) Administrator (QKA)