Comprehensive ERISA compliance and employee benefits support for MEPs, PEPs & MEWAs across the U.S. Navigate 2026 regulatory changes with HBL’s experienced attorneys serving clients in 40+ states.
MEPs, PEPs & MEWAs Services at Hall Benefits Law
MEPs, PEPs & MEWAs Services
Navigating complex ERISA and employee benefits challenges for Multiple Employer Plans (MEPs), Pooled Employer Plans (PEPs), and Multiple Employer Welfare Arrangements (MEWAs) across the U.S. requires specialized guidance amid 2025 regulatory shifts, such as SECURE 2.0 expansions and DOL enforcement priorities. At Hall Benefits Law (HBL), our attorneys partner with MEPs, PEPs & MEWAs to deliver proactive, risk-mitigating strategies that align group benefits programs with operational objectives. With clients in 40+ states and offices in California, New York, Pennsylvania, and our headquarters in Georgia, we've helped MEPs, PEPs & MEWAs reduce fiduciary risks and audit exposure by up to 30% through targeted governance and correction programs. Whether addressing common queries like "how MEPs comply with ERISA fiduciary duties" or adapting to potential ACA changes under the Trump administration, our team offers practical insights with national coverage.
Our approach combines deep ERISA knowledge with MEPs, PEPs & MEWAs-focused collaboration, ensuring compliance while optimizing costs and participant benefits. For instance, recent DOL opinions on deferred compensation exemptions underscore the need for precise advice tailored to MEPs, PEPs & MEWAs needs. Contact our experienced MEPs, PEPs & MEWAs counsel today to discuss how we can support your organization. Explore related services on our ERISA & Compliance page.
As trusted advisors for MEPs, PEPs & MEWAs, Hall Benefits Law provides results-driven support drawing from extensive ERISA and benefits experience, including handling group plan designs, audits, and regulatory adaptations. In 2026, with rising litigation (e.g., 136 ERISA class actions filed last year), our team helps MEPs, PEPs & MEWAs mitigate risks through collaborative strategies that integrate legal, administrative, and financial perspectives. Serving clients in 40+ states with offices in California, New York, Pennsylvania, and our headquarters in Georgia, we’ve assisted MEPs, PEPs & MEWAs in implementing SECURE 2.0 provisions, such as auto-enrollment, to boost participation rates by 20-30%.
Plan Design and Governance
Assisting with creation, amendments, and fiduciary structures for group plans, ensuring adherence to ERISA standards and nondiscrimination rules.
Compliance Audits and Corrections
Conducting reviews and utilizing EPCRS/VFCP to address errors, tailored for MEPs, PEPs & MEWAs to maintain tax-favored status.
Regulatory Updates
Helping adapt to 2025 changes like MHPAEA parity rules, PBM reforms, and cybersecurity guidance for multi-employer arrangements.
Fiduciary Training
Providing programs on oversight, fee monitoring, and prohibited transactions to reduce liabilities.
M&A and Transactional Support
Advising on plan integrations and liabilities in mergers involving group plans.
As Tim Kennedy notes, “For MEPs, PEPs & MEWAs, effective governance is essential to managing multi-employer complexities—our partnerships have enhanced compliance nationwide.” We serve MEPs, PEPs & MEWAs across diverse organizations, with national coverage including clients in 40+ states.
Challenge:
Complying with ERISA fiduciary duties across multiple employers in 2026.
Solution:
We implement training and benchmarking, leveraging our Fiduciary Governance experience to align with DOL guidelines and reduce risks.
Challenge:
Handling audits and correcting operational errors in group plans.
Solution:
Conduct reviews and self-corrections via EPCRS/VFCP, drawing from our Audits & Corrections support to minimize penalties.
Challenge:
Adapting to regulatory changes like SECURE 2.0 and MHPAEA for multi-employer arrangements.
Solution:
Provide tailored updates and adaptations, ensuring seamless compliance without disruptions.
Challenge:
Managing prohibited transactions and fee transparency in PEPs and MEWAs.
Solution:
Perform proactive audits and documentation reviews to prevent issues.
FAQs for MEPs, PEPs & MEWAs
HBL provides tailored guidance on fiduciary duties, reporting, and plan management, helping avoid penalties through proactive measures. With offices in California, New York, Pennsylvania, and headquarters in Georgia, we serve clients in 40+ states.
By implementing auto-enrollment and emergency savings—our counsel assist with amendments and education for group plans.
Emphasis on enforcement and breaches; we conduct reviews to resolve inquiries efficiently.
Use EPCRS and VFCP for self-corrections; our team minimizes impacts while preserving status.
Requires analyses and certifications; we guide on 2025 MHPAEA rules for compliance.
DOL rules cover all; we integrate protections against breaches.
Through oversight and monitoring; we advise on structures to avoid litigation.
Awards & Recognition
Hall Benefits Law’s ERISA & Compliance team has earned notable recognition in employee benefits law. The firm is a 2026 Best Law Firms® recipient. Managing Partner Anne Tyler Hall is recognized for Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 edition. Anne Tyler Hall is a past Super Lawyers Rising Star recipient, and the firm is an Inc. 5000 business, recognized as the fastest-growing firm of its kind in the U.S. for nearly a decade.
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Meet the Team
Our professionals bring extensive experience supporting MEPs, PEPs & MEWAs. Contact:
Anne Tyler Hall
Managing Partner
Contact: (470) 344-6773
Specializing in ERISA compliance and employee benefits law, with recognition in Best Lawyers 2026.
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