Cynthia Christie
About Cynthia Christie
Cynthia Christie is the Lead Counsel for Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation at MassMutual, with over 22 years of legal experience.
Current Position at MassMutual
Cynthia Christie holds the position of Lead Counsel, Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation at MassMutual. She has been with the company for over 8 years, beginning her tenure in September 2015. In this role, she specializes in providing legal counsel on matters related to employee benefits and executive compensation, leveraging over two decades of experience in the field.
Previous Experience at Robinson & Cole LLP
Prior to her role at MassMutual, Cynthia Christie served as Counsel at Robinson & Cole LLP. She worked at the firm for 14 years, from 2001 to 2015, in Hartford, CT. During her time there, she gained extensive experience in legal counsel roles, particularly focusing on employee benefits and executive compensation law.
Educational Background
Cynthia Christie completed her Juris Doctor (J.D.) with High Honors at the University of Connecticut School of Law from 1998 to 2001. Before that, she earned her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) with High Honors in Environmental Policy, Institutions & Behaviors from Rutgers University, where she studied from 1994 to 1998. Her academic achievements have provided a strong foundation for her legal career.
Specialization in Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Law
With over 22 years of experience, Cynthia Christie specializes in employee benefits and executive compensation law. Her expertise in this area includes advising on legal requirements, compliance issues, and strategic planning related to employee benefit plans and executive compensation structures. Her long-standing career in this niche field underscores her deep knowledge and proficiency.
Contribution to the Greater Hartford Legal Community
Based in the Greater Hartford area, Cynthia Christie has made significant contributions to the local legal community. Her extensive experience and long-term professional engagements in the region reflect her commitment to providing high-quality legal counsel and her involvement in the area's legal landscape.