Sidley Austin Strengthens Employee Benefits Team with Key Hire from Weil Gotshal


In a strategic move to bolster its corporate team, Sidley Austin has announced the appointment of Amy Rubin as co-head of its employee benefits and executive compensation group. Rubin transitions from Weil Gotshal & Manges, where she established a significant career over nearly 20 years.

Rubin’s expertise spans engagements with both publicly traded and privately held firms, including industry giants such as Blackstone, Advent, and Etherion, as well as notable public companies like Eli Lilly. Her practice focus involves advising boards of directors and compensation committees on complex employee benefits and executive compensation matters.

Reflecting on her move to Sidley Austin, Rubin noted, “Sidley offered me a really great opportunity to take my career to the next level,” emphasizing the potential for broader professional growth and leadership in her new role based in New York.

This recruitment is part of Sidley Austin’s ongoing strategy to expand its capabilities in key practice areas. The firm’s commitment to attracting top-tier talent could signal further enhancements in their service offerings to global corporations navigating intricate compensation and benefits landscapes.