Katzke Miller & Morgenbesser

Katzke Miller & Morgenbesser

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Katzke Miller & Morgenbesser Announces Retirement of Co-Founder Henry Morgenbesser

PRESS RELEASE – For Immediate Release Katzke Miller & Morgenbesser Announces Retirement of Co-Founder Henry Morgenbesser Morgenbesser Will Remain Of Counsel to Firm NEW YORK, NEW YORK – January 5, 2025 – Katzke Miller & Morgenbesser LLP, the New York-based executive compensation boutique, today announced that Co-Founder and Partner Henry I. Morgenbesser has retired from active practice with the law firm as of January 1, 2026.  Morgenbesser will remain Of Counsel to the firm. Henry Morgenbesser and Michael Katzke co-founded the firm in 2013 to provide corporate senior management with independent legal advice in complex compensation-related matters.  In the 12+ years since, the firm has been involved in dozens of multibillion dollar M&A transactions and has represented the CEOs and senior executives of some of the biggest companies in the world. “Henry has been a terrific partner since day one,” Co-Founder Michael Katzke remarked.  “We would not be where we are today without his insight, thoughtfulness and dedication.  I could not have envisioned a better person than Henry with whom to create and build such a successful legal practice.”  “With top-tier lawyers primarily focused on representing executives in their individual capacities, we have built a high-end, niche practice in a

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Panel on Executive Officer Representations in Compensation Matters

Josh Miller participated in a panel with executive compensation attorneys to discuss the latest issues in executive representations. Topics discussed included CEO succesion planning, spin-off transactions and management incentive programs in private equity transactions, along with practical tips on drafting employment agreements and compliance with securities and tax regulations.

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Katzke & Morgenbesser Changes Name to Reflect Elevation of Joshua Miller

Katzke & Morgenbesser Changes Name to Reflect Elevation of Joshua Miller NEW YORK, NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)- June 2, 2025 – Katzke & Morgenbesser LLP, the New York-based executive compensation boutique, is proud to announce the elevation of Joshua M. Miller to named partner alongside founders Michael S. Katzke and Henry I. Morgenbesser, effective June 2, 2025.  The law firm’s new name will be Katzke Miller & Morgenbesser LLP.  “We created this firm for the representation of senior management in compensation-related matters, as independent legal advisors,” Michael Katzke said. “Our evolution to Katzke Miller & Morgenbesser affirms the ongoing realization of our plan and the continued success of our model.” Henry Morgenbesser said, “Over the last decade, the firm has been involved in dozens of multibillion dollar M&A transactions.  We consistently work with high-profile clients on complex matters.  Reflecting on our achievements, I can’t help but feel proud.” “Our remarkable success would not be possible without the leadership and consistently excellent work of our founding partners,” said Miller. “No one specializing in individual representations commands the attention and respect in our field to the same degree as Michael and Henry.  I’m truly honored to be a named partner.” Miller’s elevation is

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Practicing Law Institute – Hot Issues in Executive Compensation 2024

Josh Miller participated in a panel with executive compensation attorneys to discuss the latest issues in executive representations. Topics discussed included understanding issues regarding the structure and disclosure of executive transitions; considerations regarding restrictive covenants for senior executives and their enforceability; distinguishing between representations of public vs. private equity executives and compensation arrangements; and avoiding traps when drafting employment agreements.

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Panel on Executive Officer Representations in Compensation Matters

Panel on Executive Officer Representations in Compensation Matters Josh Miller participated in a panel with executive compensation attorneys to discuss the latest issues in executive representations. Topics discussed included understanding issues regarding the structure and disclosure of executive transitions; considerations regarding restrictive covenants for senior executives and their enforceability; distinguishing between representations of public vs. private equity executives and compensation arrangements; and avoiding traps when drafting employment agreements.

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ABA Joint Committee on Employee Benefits – Demystifying Executive Compensation

Panelist, Essentials for the Benefits Practitioner Josh Miller spoke as panelist at the American Bar Association’s Joint Committee on Employee Benefits (JCEB)’s program, Essentials for the Benefits Practitioner: Demystifying Executive Compensation, on January 25, 2024. This program provided an introduction to and overview of the many tax, accounting, securities, litigation and other considerations impacting executive compensation matters, including updates on key current developments.

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American Bar Association Executive Compensation National Institute 2022

Josh Miller was a panelist on the Employment Agreements session of the ABA’s Executive Compensation National Institute 2022, a two-day virtual conference held November 9-10, 2020. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum.

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