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Jerome Schlichter
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5 Ways to Keep Jerry Schlichter Away from Your 401(k)
The nation’s most prominent 401(k) plaintiffs’ attorney shares five ways fiduciaries can reduce their litigation risk
February 23, 2026
How Not to Get Sued 2026: Part 2
High-profile ERISA attorneys—including the ones doing most of the suing—sound off on why 401(k)s become targets and what can be done to lower a plan’s litigation exposure
February 19, 2026
How Not to Get Sued in 2026: Part 1
High-profile ERISA attorneys—including the ones doing most of the suing—sound off on why 401(k)s become targets and what can be done to lower a plan’s litigation exposure
February 19, 2026
A Decade of 401(k) Specialist: From Upstart to Industry Voice
Ten years ago, we set out to provide the best information and resources available to help retirement plan advisors improve the retirement outcomes of Americans. Today, it stands as the industry’s leading independent voice—built on belief, storytelling, and support from partners who share the mission.
November 26, 2025
Jerry Schlichter Preps Advisors for Fiduciary Rule Changes
The DOL’s new fiduciary rule is scheduled to become effective in September, and retirement plan advisors and plan…
June 10, 2024
‘Reckless’ Jerry Schlichter Slammed (Again) in Empower’s Win
He is 'personally liable for Defendants’ excess costs, expenses, and attorney fees,' according to the judge
August 23, 2022
401(k) Market Minute: Sorry Schlichter, a New 401(k) Tort Terror Takes Over
Anything and everything you need to know about the dramatic rise in excessive 401(k) fee litigation is in…
May 9, 2022
401(k) Market Minute: Major Win for Jerry Schlichter, Target Date Fiduciary Traps, and More
Here's what's happening.
January 31, 2022
Supreme Court Hears Northwestern University Fiduciary Breach Case
Hughes vs. Northwestern University is only the second excessive fee case to reach highest court
December 8, 2021
Schlichter Hit for $1.5 Million for ‘Reckless’ Fiduciary Claims
Correction: The allegations against Great West Capital Management were not for an ERISA breach, rather a violation of…
October 1, 2020