Harold J. Ashner

Harold J. Ashner

Washington, DC recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2016
The Wagner Law Group

14 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

Biography

Harold J. Ashner is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law.

Harold J., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2016. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Harold J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

The Wagner Law Group

14 Best Lawyers awards

The Wagner Law Group logo

Overview

  • University of Buffalo Law School, J.D., graduated 1976
  • University of Buffalo Law School, J.D., graduated 1976

Client Testimonials

I worked with Harold Ashner. He is extremely knowledgeable, pleasant to work with, honest, collaborative and reliable. I highly recommend this firm for ERISA related matters.

I have worked with Harold Ashner of Keightley & Ashner on numerous matters for common clients. He and the firm are extremely knowledgeable about the PBGC and its regulations, as well as the key people to deal with at PBGC. They are definitely the go-to firm for PBGC matters.

I worked extensively with Harold Ashner of Keightley & Ashner. He was excellent in every respect.

Rajiv Khanna (BakerHostetler)

I've worked with Harold Ashner and Linda Rosenzweig. They are top notch attorneys with extensive knowledge of pension law and PBGC issues. In addition to having command of the law, they have significant experience that allows them to give unique insight into PBGC matters. And, they endeavor to give practical advice that will help solve problems.

Heidi Lyon (Warner Norcross & Judd LLP)

I worked with Harold Ashner. He is extremely knowledgeable, pleasant to work with, honest, collaborative and reliable. I highly recommend this firm for ERISA related matters.

We worked with Harold Ashner of Keightley & Ashner regarding our application to the PBGC for the distress termination of our pension plan. Harold has extensive expertise in this area. He consistently responded to issues that came up within a few hours, on a 24/7 basis. He clearly understood our business and needs. He was always very civil, friendly and surprisingly cost effective. I rate Harold and Keightley & Ashner as excellent in all areas and would gladly act as a reference for them.

I would rate Keightley & Ashner as excellent. The partner I have worked with at this firm, Harold Ashner, has tremendous expertise in the area of ERISA and employee benefit. He is very practical, and is able to translate his expertise into tangible results for his clients

Scott Lynn (Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc.)

Nashville, TN

I worked extensively with Harold Ashner of Keightley & Ashner. He was excellent in every respect.

Rajiv Khanna (BakerHostetler)

Harold Ashner of Keightley & Ashner is the best.

Henry Talavera (Polsinelli Shughart PC)

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Additional Areas of Practice:
  • Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
  • Mergers and Acquisitions Law

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