Jeffrey G. Aromatorio

Partner

Pittsburgh

Trusted advisor on executive compensation, securities law issues, and corporate governance, delivering strategic guidance across industries and complex regulatory landscapes

"Jeff is very responsive to all questions that we have and is excellent at providing solutions to the issues that arise. He is practical in his approach and does not overcomplicate issues."

Chambers USA, Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation client

"Jeffrey is a great business partner who always brings a pragmatic approach to even the most complex issues. We appreciate his responsiveness and depth of legal knowledge and experience."

Chambers USA, Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation client

"Jeffrey is exceptionally responsive. I know that if I have a fire drill, he is the person to call."

Chambers USA, Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation client

"Jeffrey is an excellent executive compensation and benefits lawyer located in Pittsburgh. He has strong attention to detail and is a great strategist."

Chambers USA, Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation client

Jeffrey’s practice is focused on all aspects of executive compensation, including plan design, equity compensation, transactional matters, and securities law issues. He regularly advises publicly traded companies of all sizes regarding executive compensation matters, including related corporate governance issues and reporting requirements under federal securities law, and is experienced in executive compensation advice in connection with mergers and acquisitions, including private equity matters.

Experience

Representative matters

Advising on the IPOs of a global exchange operator and a biopharmaceutical company
Advised a public company with CEO onboarding and inducement grants of equity awards
Represented a company in bankruptcy with respect to executive compensation plans and change in control agreements

Recognitions

  • Ranked in Chambers USA for Pennsylvania Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation, 2025
  • Selected through peer review for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© for Corporate Law, 2023-2025

Credentials

Education

  • University of Pittsburgh School of Law, 1990, J.D., summa cum laude; elected to Order of the Coif, Editor of the Law Review
  • University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Business, 1983, MBA
  • Grove City College, 1980, B.A.

Professional admissions & qualifications

  • Pennsylvania

Professional affiliations

  • Regional Learning Alliance – Member of the Board of Directors
  • Robert Morris University – former Adjunct Faculty Member

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