Alex M. Brucker

Alex M. Brucker is a co-founder of Brucker & Morra, APC, an esteemed ERISA Law Firm based in Los Angeles, California. Since the inception of his career in 1974, the same year ERISA was enacted, he has been at the forefront of benefits law. His journey in the legal landscape has evolved alongside the development of ERISA, positioning him as a seasoned advocate for tax equity, especially for privately owned businesses and their proprietors. His efforts extend beyond the courtroom as he has actively collaborated with Congress to shape pension and tax legislation.Mr. Brucker serves both as counsel and co-counsel in numerous ERISA and tax litigation cases and is frequently called upon as an adept witness in related disputes in federal and state courts. His professional relationships span across notable federal agencies, including the Internal Revenue Service, the U.S. Department of Labor and the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation.Further establishing his leadership in the field, Mr. Brucker is a fellow of the American College of Employee Benefits Counsel and holds a significant role as a director and officer of the Small Business Council of America (SBCA) in Washington, D.C. His legislative advocacy efforts were recognized in 2009 with a Congressional Award for his leadership and dedication to the interests of small business owners across America. His persistent work with key legislative bodies from 2008 to 2010 earned him the SBCA Special Appreciation Award.As a respected speaker, Mr. Brucker has shared his experience at numerous prestigious conferences and educational workshops, addressing complex issues such as ERISA fiduciary obligations, litigation and governmental investigations and audits. He has also received an “Excellent” rating on Avvo and an AV Preeminent* peer-review rating through Martindale-Hubbell.Known for his tenacity, Mr. Brucker has earned a reputation for being the formidable force that IRS auditors dread, embodying the principle that effective negotiation can lead to favorable outcomes for his clients. Known nationally for his deep understanding of ERISA and employee benefits law, he has been consistently recognized by The Best Lawyers in America for over a decade. In 2017, he was acclaimed as the Best ERISA Lawyer in Los Angeles, a testament to his profound impact in the field.*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.