Philip Koehler

Philip Koehler, JD MBA CEBS, is a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in employee benefits and executive compensation. Currently serving as a Partner at Best Best & Krieger LLP since April 2024, Koehler focuses on California governmental retirement and post-retirement medical benefit plans. Prior roles include Lead ERISA Counsel at Hall Benefits Law, LLC, and Principal at the Law Offices of Philip J. Koehler, APC, as well as teaching as Adjunct Faculty at Chapman University. Koehler's impressive background also encompasses positions at prominent firms such as Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth, Iger Koehler and Vanetik, LLP, KPMG, Deloitte, Morrison & Foerster LLP, and Jeffer Mangels Butler and Mitchell, LLP. Educational credentials include a Doctor of Law from USC Gould School of Law, an MBA in Finance and Investment Analysis from the University of California, Irvine, and a Bachelor of Arts with Honors from The University of Texas at Austin.