Overview
Xavier Jaillet advises senior executives, companies, and boards of directors on executive compensation, corporate governance, and employment-related matters. His practice primarily focuses on structuring and negotiating compensation arrangements for senior executives in various industries, particularly in connection with transitions, new employment, strategic and private equity transactions, and other high-stakes corporate events.
Xavier regularly represents senior executives in negotiating new employment and equity arrangements, severance and separation agreements, and change-in-control arrangements.
In addition, Xavier advises public and private companies, private equity sponsors, and boards of directors on executive compensation and governance matters He advises on design and implementation of equity incentive plans and awards, cash incentives, deferred compensation, executive employment agreements, retention and severance arrangements, and transaction-related documents. In his practice, he frequently navigates and advises on tax, securities, and employment-related issues that arise in executive compensation.
By representing both executives and companies, Xavier brings a practical and balanced perspective to executive compensation and governance matters. Clients value his ability to navigate complex compensation frameworks, while helping them achieve outcomes that align leadership incentives with broader strategic and governance objectives.
Credentials
Education
University of Denver Strum College of Law
University of Colorado Boulder
Admissions – State
- Colorado
Professional & Civic
Professional Activities
Cannabis Chamber of Commerce Colorado Chapter; Secretary of the Board and Chair