Pensions
UK Guide 2025 : Midlands
Band 1
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(0870) 903 1000Chambers Review
Gowling WLG has a leading pensions practice in Birmingham, noted for overseeing a wide array of complex risk management exercises. The firm offers a tailored service to clients through its various sub-teams, namely public sector pensions, human resources and dispute resolution. It is retained by an array of entities, including sponsors, trustees and insurance companies. Its sector expertise covers education, healthcare and retail.
Work Highlights
- Gowling WLG provided legal support to the Trustees of the Arriva Group pension scheme in relation to Arriva's sale to a US infrastructure investor.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team at Gowling are enthusiastic, passionate, respectful of urgency and supportive."
"They always deliver pragmatic advice at fees which add value."
"They show commercial acumen and recognise what sponsors are trying to achieve, and therefore can reach a middle ground that also works for trustees and members."
"The team at Gowling are enthusiastic, passionate, respectful of urgency and supportive."
"They always deliver pragmatic advice at fees which add value."
"They show commercial acumen and recognise what sponsors are trying to achieve, and therefore can reach a middle ground that also works for trustees and members."
Notable Practitioners
Elizabeth Gane is national head of Gowling's pension practice. She advises trustees and sponsors on matters including buy-ins, benefit changes and complex funding issues.
"She was able to give insights, and she understands the commercial aspects and what the scheme is trying to achieve."
Richard Black advises trustees on issues including GMP equalisation, closures to future accrual, and buy-ins and buyouts. He also assists with funding matters.
"He is always able to provide the support required."
"He is a brilliant people person and has great client service."
Joanne Tibbott advises both sponsors and trustees on matters involving defined contribution schemes, such as governance issues, scheme design and buy-ins.
"She gives insightful advice."
Paul Carberry acts on various issues such as scheme design, transfer of benefits and demergers. He also advises on investment matters.
Christopher Stiles advises both trustees and sponsors on a range of issues, with a particular focus on GMP equalisation matters.
"Chris is absolutely superb and is extremely highly rated by our trustees."
"Chris is a strong negotiator."
Ranked Lawyers at
Gowling WLG (UK) LLP
Midlands