Columbus, OH. Charleston, WV. Pittsburgh, PA – Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB), a leading national litigation law firm, is proud to announce the opening of three new offices, effective Monday, February 3rd, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio; Charleston, West Virginia; and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This strategic expansion brings QPWB's total number of locations to 46, further solidifying its commitment to providing difference-making legal defense services across the nation.

The new hubs will be anchored by a significant enhancement to the firm's ERISA & Employee Benefits Practice Group. Seasoned attorney Robert D'Anniballe Jr. will serve as Managing Partner of the Columbus, Ohio, and Charleston, West Virginia, hubs and will lead the expansion of our ERISA & Employee Benefits services.

Mr. D'Anniballe Jr. brings a wealth of experience to QPWB, having represented clients in a variety of ERISA and employee benefits matters. His expertise will be instrumental in guiding clients through the complexities of this constantly evolving area of law. A seasoned attorney, Mr. D’Anniballe’s practice focuses keenly on ERISA and Employee Benefits matters as well as corporate, complex commercial, financial, and professional liability. He has a built a practice representing actuaries and other employee benefit professionals. His background includes advising plan sponsors of pension, retirement, and health and welfare plans on fiduciary duty matters along with corporate governance, D&O, financial disclosure, and other related matters.

When asked about this new opportunity, Mr. D'Anniballe stated, "DIFFERENT means distinguishing your practice and the types of services that you provide from others in your field. In short, as companies become more national in reach, so do the law firms that serve them, let's do it DIFFERENT and better."

Also joining D’Anniballe in our expansion of the ERISA & Employee Benefits Practice is Associate Attorney Sydney Croft, who will have a key role in helping us deliver exceptional legal assistance out of the Pittsburg, PA office.. Croft joins QPWB with a background in commercial litigation, labor and employment law, employee benefits compliance, professional liability, and wealth preservation. She has experience working on a variety of legal matters, including municipal legal matters and complex litigation cases. Croft is a member of the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans and has earned multiple certifications in ERISA compliance and related areas.

QPWB's ERISA and Employment Benefits Practice Group offers comprehensive counsel to clients on a wide range of employee benefits matters, including:

● Fiduciary Duty Counsel: Advising plan sponsors on design, implementation, and administration of prudent processes. Additionally, special attention is paid to strict compliance to recent DOL guidance on cybersecurity.

● Risk Management & Compliance: Offering Department of Labor (DOL) level audits as the first step in 401(k), 403(b), and other qualified plan compliance efforts with evolving regulations and fiduciary standards, and if necessary, represent clients in regulatory investigations and audits by the IRS and DOL.

● Pension & Retirement Plan Oversight & Management: Assisting pension plans with assets upwards of $300 million and benefit liabilities of $600 million,with benefit design, investment policy development, asset allocation, vendor management, regulatory compliance, and plan termination.

● Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs): Providing strategic legal counsel for employee-owned companies, including one of the largest in the country, ensuring compliance, valuation, and operational efficiency.

● National ERISA Counsel: Managing numerous high stakes cases across the U.S. and internationally, addressing actuarial disputes, withdrawal liability, and underfunding issues with claimed damages often exceeding $100 million.

"We are thrilled to welcome Robert D'Anniballe Jr. to QPWB and to announce the opening of these three new offices," said Eric Boyer, Managing Partner of QPWB. "This expansion reflects our dedication to meeting the growing needs of our clients nationwide and bolstering our capabilities in the critical area of ERISA and employee benefits law."

"I am excited to join QPWB and help lead the expansion of our ERISA & Employee Benefits Practice Group in these key markets," said D'Anniballe Jr. "QPWB's commitment to client service and its collaborative approach aligns perfectly with my vision for providing exceptional legal counsel."

Devin Leonardi, Chief Marketing Officer of QPWB, added, “Expanding our footprint into these new markets is a testament to our commitment of providing unparalleled legal services across the nation. The addition of Robert D'Anniballe Jr. to lead our ERISA and Employee Benefits Practice Group further strengthens our ability to serve clients in this complex and ever-changing area of law."

The opening of these three new offices together marks a significant milestone for QPWB, further solidifying its position as a leading national litigation firm. With well over 500 attorneys and 1,100 employees overall, QPWB remains dedicated to providing exceptional legal services and balancing the scales of justice for clients across the country.

For more information about Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A., and to learn more about Robert D’Anniballe Jr. and his team, please visit qpwblaw.com or reach out to the firm’s media representation to be connected:

Devin Leonardi
Chief Marketing Officer
Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.
devin.leonardi@qpwblaw.com
(407) 872-6011 ext. 4115
qpwblaw.com

About Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A., is a leading national litigation firm and the largest minority and women-owned law firm in the U.S. with jurisdiction in 48 states and territories. We serve a broad spectrum of individuals and industries with access to over 120 areas of practice and legal defense representation in litigation, regulatory, and corporate matters.