Tia L. Martarella

Tia L. Martarella is of counsel in the Atlanta, Georgia, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. She focuses on all areas of employee benefits law. Her goal is to form a partnership with her clients to understand their needs and priorities and provide them with practical advice that fits within their corporate culture.  

She has a wide range of advice and counsel experience, including drafting and reviewing 401(k), pension plans, and 403(b) plan documents; drafting and analyzing fringe benefit programs; advising on a wide range of executive and non-qualified compensation issues, from employment agreements to SERPs; and preparing complex submissions under the IRS and DOL qualified plan correction programs.  

Prior to joining Jackson Lewis, Tia’s practice focused primarily on corporate transactions. She has extensive experience advising on the benefits aspects of corporate deals, from due diligence through post-closing administration. 

Honors and Recognitions

• The Best Lawyers in America©, “Ones to Watch: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law” (2025)

Pro Bono and Community Involvement

• Covenant House of Georgia, Volunteer
• Lawyers for Good Government, Pro Bono Attorney