David Block | Groom Law Group

David advises clients on a wide range of federal tax and ERISA matters regarding employee benefits and executive compensation. His practice encompasses qualified retirement plans, executive compensation, federal income and employment taxes, and health and welfare arrangements.

Prior to joining Groom, David served as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Robert P. Ruwe at the United States Tax Court. David also previously worked at an international law firm in Washington, D.C.

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2023 Capital Pro Bono Honor Roll Names 12 Groom Attorneys

IRS Issues FAQs on Educational Assistance Programs

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PLANADVISER and PLANSPONSOR Cite Groom Publication on Wellness Indemnity Payments

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Tax-Exempt and Church Plan Highlights From SECURE 2.0

Groom Webinar: SECURE 2.0 Highlights for Tax-Exempt and Church Plans (March 8, 2023)

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IRS Uncoils COBRA Subsidy Guidance!

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DOL Issues Missing Participant Guidance After Years-Long Enforcement Initiative

It’s No Stretch to Say That IRS Guidance Makes FSAs More Flexible

Groom Webinar: What You Need to Know About the Employee Retention Tax Credit (February 11, 2021)

Groom Law Group Continues to Grow With the Addition of Five New Attorneys and the Promotion of Three Of Counsel

Congressional Pushback to Recent IRS Guidance on Deductibility of Expenses Related to PPP Loans

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