About Thomas
Thomas E. Clark, Jr.: Experienced Chief Operating Officer and ERISA Litigation Attorney in St. Louis
Tom Clark serves as the firm's Chief Operating Officer and leads the firm’s St. Louis office. His expertise encompasses all aspects of employee benefits programs, including the design, implementation and compliance of retirement plans, health and welfare plans, and executive and incentive compensation arrangements. He also has a robust practice assisting covered service providers in meeting their ERISA compliance needs.
Practice Areas
- Litigation - ERISA
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Mr. Clark’s vast litigation experience complements the firm’s strong and growing ERISA and employment litigation department and includes work on landmark ERISA cases involving complicated ERISA fiduciary duty issues. He has been quoted extensively as an ERISA and employee benefits expert by outlets such as Reuters, the Associated Press, Bloomberg, and Forbes.
Tom Clark serves as the firm's Chief Operating Officer and leads the firm’s St. Louis office. His expertise encompasses all aspects of employee benefits programs, including the design, implementation and compliance of retirement plans, health and welfare plans, and executive and incentive compensation arrangements. He also has a robust practice assisting covered service providers in meeting their ERISA compliance needs.
Mr. Clark’s vast litigation experience complements the firm’s strong and growing ERISA and employment litigation department and includes work on landmark ERISA cases involving complicated ERISA fiduciary duty issues. He has been quoted extensively as an ERISA and employee benefits expert by outlets such as Reuters, the Associated Press, Bloomberg, and Forbes.
Practice Areas
- Litigation - ERISA
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
In his role as an Adjunct Professor at The Washington University in St. Louis School of Law, Mr. Clark teaches ERISA fiduciary law and is a co-author of the Second Edition of 'ERISA: Principles of Employee Benefits Law,' the only treatise of its kind that provides an overview of the regulation of employee benefit plans by highlighting the central principles and competing policies of employee benefits law in a compact and accessible format for a broad audience of readers.
Mr. Clark has been recognized as Recognized: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Recognized: Litigation - ERISA since 2021. He practices law out of the St. Louis office of The Wagner Law Group located in Missouri, United States.
Affiliations
- Firm: The Wagner Law Group (St. Louis)
Tom Clark is a recognized expert in the field of ERISA and employee benefits law, providing comprehensive legal support for retirement plans, health and welfare programs, and executive compensation arrangements. His experience spans from initial design to ongoing compliance with industry best practices. Mr. Clark’s diverse background includes assisting covered service providers navigate ERISA regulations and handling landmark ERISA cases involving intricate fiduciary issues.
He has been featured in leading publications such as Reuters, the Associated Press, Bloomberg, Forbes, and more, sharing his insights on legal matters impacting employee benefits programs. His commitment to education is reflected in his role as an Adjunct Professor at Washington University School of Law where he shares his expertise with future professionals.
Education
- The Washington University in St. Louis, B.A., 1987
- The College of New Jersey, J.D., 1990
Tom Clark’s educational journey at The Washington University in St. Louis and his subsequent law degree from The College of New Jersey provided a solid foundation for his legal career. His dedication to education is evident through his teaching role at the prestigious law school, where he continues to influence future generations of lawyers.
Bar Admissions
- Missouri, United States (1992)
Tom Clark has held a bar admission in Missouri since 1992, allowing him to practice law exclusively within the state. His experience and knowledge have been invaluable to clients seeking legal counsel for complex employee benefits and litigation matters.
Awards & Recognitions
- Recognized: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Recognized: Litigation - ERISA since 2021
Tom Clark’s recognition as a leading expert in employee benefits and litigation continues to be acknowledged by industry publications and peers alike. His contributions have been recognized through the years, cementing his reputation as one of St. Louis’ premier legal minds.
