Christopher Wingard
Settlement Reached in Ritchie Trucking ESOP Valuation Case
A lawsuit alleging fiduciary breaches in connection with a 2018 ESOP transaction involving Ritchie Trucking Service Holdings, Inc. has reached a $1.85 million settlement.
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Christopher Wingard
Chris is an associate in Kleinbard’s Business & Finance Practice. He advises corporations, shareholders, directors and employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) trustees on a wide variety of ESOP-related issues. He provides guidance regarding corporate governance, business succession planning, ESOP plan design and ongoing ESOP compliance. He has experience representing middle market corporate clients across a wide range of industries, including engineering, manufacturing, construction and professional services. Prior to joining Kleinbard, Chris was an associate in an ESOP legal practice based in the greater Philadelphia area. Chris is a graduate of Boston University, where he earned his JD and MBA, with honors. During his time in law school, he also counseled startups from BU and MIT on various corporate and IP matters.
Christopher Wingard
New DOL Site to Facilitate Finding and Submitting DOL Opinion Letters
On June 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced the launch of a new website for a cross-agency opinion letter program designed to enhance compliance across five enforcement divisions.