December 3 & 17, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. – 9:15 p.m. each day.
Credits: 6.0 general credit hours
Description: We are pleased to announce the return of this popular two-part program, back by demand after several years. This intensive program offers a comprehensive introduction to the key legal concepts that shape the laws governing pension, welfare, and group health plans.
Led by knowledgeable and experienced faculty, the program blends foundational instruction with practical insights, making it an invaluable resource for those new to employee benefits law as well as practitioners seeking a refresher on critical developments. The following are among the topics the panel discusses:
- Introduction to ERISA and its core principles
- Minimum standards and plan design requirements
- Fiduciary responsibility and participant rights
- Challenges in plan administration, including divorce orders, military service, discrimination testing, and correcting mistakes
- Recent legal developments, such as the SECURE Act, CARES Act, and ARPA
- Key concepts in ERISA-covered group health plans, including HIPAA, COBRA, and the Affordable Care Act
Whether you are a beginning benefits lawyer, an in-house counsel, or a practitioner in another area of law who needs a practical grounding in employee benefits, this program provides essential tools and up-to-date knowledge to help you navigate this complex and constantly evolving field.
Faculty: Timothy K. Eicher, Slevin & Hart PC; David Weingarten, Slevin & Hart PC
You must register for both sessions
Save $30 by registering by November 24, 2025
Early Bird Fees: $159 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $169 D.C. Bar Members, $179 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $199 Others
Regular Class Fees: $189 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $199 D.C. Bar Members, $209 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $229 Others
The D.C. Bar CLE Program now offers discounted group registration rates! For more information, contact the CLE Office at CLE@dcbar.org or 202-626-3488.
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