Gregory J. Viviani

Ohio

Squire Patton Boggs
1000 Key Tower
127 Public Square
Cleveland, OH 44114

Tel: +1 216 479 8622

Email: gregory.viviani@squirepb.com
Web: www.squirepattonboggs.com

Professional Biography

Gregory Viviani focuses his practice on employee benefits. He has experience in all aspects of employee benefits law and related income tax matters including ERISA requirements, tax-qualified retirement plans, nonqualified deferred compensation plans, fringe benefits and employment taxes. He has particular experience in matters relating to governmental bodies and tax-exempt organizations.

Gregory is frequently invited to speak at seminars held by the Ohio Association of School Business Officials, the Government Finance Officers Association and other organizations. He also has been a speaker at legal conferences sponsored by the Worldwide Employee Benefits Network (WEB).

Gregory is a member of the American Bar Association’s Section of Taxation and WEB.

Education

  • Case Western Reserve University, J.D., Order of the Coif, 1984
  • Miami University, B.S., 1981

Admissions

  • Ohio, 1984

Honors, Awards & Recognition

  • AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell
  • Recognized in Chambers USA for Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation in Ohio
  • In the February 2013 issue of The American Lawyer & Corporate Counsel, Gregory is listed as a Top Rated Lawyer in Healthcare
  • Listed in The Best Lawyers in America since 2006
  • Named Best Lawyers’ 2013 Cleveland Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law Lawyer of the Year

Our Tax Strategy & Benefits Practice Group focuses on domestic and international tax structuring and advisory work, enabling clients from all sectors to implement their decisions in the most tax-effective yet reputationally acceptable manner. Our team delivers a wide range of tax services including traditional tax planning and the design and implementation of innovative solutions. Our goal is to recommend the most appropriate tax advice to our clients as they implement their investment strategies to deliver the long-term creation of value.

Our Tax Strategy & Benefits Practice Group is composed of more than 60 lawyers, many who are consistently recognized as leaders in their chosen fields. The team is represented in 23 offices across nine countries. With a physical presence and practical experience across five continents, our team has the local and global expertise to provide the necessary tax support to clients’ ambitions to grow their businesses and net worth across the world.

Squire Patton Boggs is a full-service global law firm recognized for its extensive international reach and multidisciplinary capabilities. With offices spanning key financial, political, and business centers across the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, the firm advises clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to emerging businesses, governments, and individuals. Its lawyers deliver integrated legal and public policy solutions that address complex challenges in today’s interconnected global economy.

The firm’s practice areas encompass a broad spectrum, including corporate, litigation, public policy, regulatory, intellectual property, labor and employment, real estate, and financial services. It is particularly well known for its strength in public policy, where it has one of the most respected practices in Washington, D.C., combining legal insight with strategic government relations and lobbying capabilities. This unique blend of services allows Squire Patton Boggs to assist clients in navigating regulatory frameworks, advancing legislative priorities, and managing high-stakes disputes.

Squire Patton Boggs is distinguished by its collaborative culture and its ability to draw upon deep local knowledge while offering a truly global perspective. The firm is committed to providing pragmatic and innovative solutions that align with each client’s business objectives. By combining legal excellence with strategic advocacy and a strong international presence, Squire Patton Boggs continues to serve as a trusted partner for clients across industries and jurisdictions.

“Gregory Viviani has a strong track record of work in the parallel fields of employee benefits and income tax, and is particularly skilled in tackling the concerns of tax-exempt organizations and government entities.”
Chambers & Partners