Erik Hays

Erik Hays is an accomplished legal professional specializing in employee benefits and executive compensation, currently serving as an Associate at Proskauer Rose LLP since May 2021. With extensive experience at top law firms such as Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP and EY, Erik has advised clients on complex issues related to executive compensation and employee benefits during corporate transactions and mergers and acquisitions. Proficient in ERISA, tax, and corporate governance law, Erik has led teams in providing tailored solutions for diverse compensation arrangements. With a solid academic foundation, including a Juris Doctor from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business, Erik has also served in various roles, including law clerk and chief financial officer, demonstrating a well-rounded expertise in law and finance.