Bio

Michael Frank stands out in the fast-paced technology and telecom sectors for his clear, practical, and sound advice on executive compensation and employee benefits issues. He focuses his practice on advising clients on the compensation and benefits aspects of corporate transactions, including mergers and spin-offs. He counsels clients on the design and implementation of non-qualified deferred compensation arrangements, including Section 409A rules and on the proxy disclosure of public company compensation information. Mike also helps companies with issues related to their equity-and cash-based incentive programs. His clients have ranged from Fortune 500 companies to emerging growth companies both public and private. Prior to joining Hogan Lovells, Mike was a partner in the Palo Alto office of a global law firm, heading the firm's Compensation, Benefits, and ERISA practice group.