Megan M. Alessi

Megan M. Alessi is a seasoned attorney whose practice centers on complex cross-border transactions and sophisticated tax-related matters. She advises a wide range of clients, including public companies, private companies, private equity firms, and portfolio companies, navigating significant business events and strategic transactions. Her ability to align legal guidance with business objectives allows clients to address intricate challenges with clarity and confidence.

Megan M. Alessi earned a BBA from the University of Georgia in 2007, graduating magna cum laude, with honors. She received a JD from Fordham University School of Law in 2011, graduating cum laude. She later earned an LL.M. from New York University School of Law in 2016. Admitted to practice in New York, Megan M. Alessi is recognized for providing thoughtful counsel on complex transactions, executive compensation matters, and tax-related legal issues across diverse industries.

Megan works across multiple areas involving executive compensation, employment matters, employee benefits, and tax planning. Her experience includes advising on mergers and acquisitions, complex global carve-outs, and the development of compensation structures designed to support business goals. She also assists with profit interest arrangements, retention programs, change in control matters, bonus documentation, employment agreements, and separation agreements. Through careful analysis and practical guidance, she helps organizations manage legal and tax considerations tied to workforce planning and corporate transactions.

Megan M. Alessi regularly counsels clients on executive compensation disclosure requirements for proxy statements and other securities filings. She also provides advice on related tax and corporate law issues connected to executive compensation and employee benefits. Her broad understanding of transactional and compensation matters enables her to offer solutions that address both immediate needs and long-term objectives.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Latham & Watkins LLP
• Member, New York State Bar Association

Licensed State

• New York

Education

• New York University School of Law
  Master of Laws (LLM)
• Fordham University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Georgia
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

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