Pensions
UK Guide 2025 : Thames Valley
Band 1
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(03700) 868300About
Provided by Shoosmiths LLP
Our team of pension lawyers is well-established, operating nationally over several locations. We advise clients on a broad mix of business pension matters ranging from advice on benefit queries to major projects such as scheme wind-ups
Although many pension schemes can face similar problems and concerns, we recognise that every corporate pension scheme is unique and pride ourselves on providing tailored and practical advice.
Our advice combines sound legal analysis with an understanding of the factual background. Whether advising the trustees or the scheme sponsor, we strive to provide workable solutions for you. We do not want to provide you with a thesis; we want to provide you with a practical recommendation.
Chambers Review
Shoosmiths has a broad practice covering the full spectrum of pensions matters, ranging from advice on corporate transactions through to the closure of defined benefit schemes. The firm's expertise spans issues such as buy-ins, buyouts and reorganisations. The firm is adept at working with those in the not-for-profit, manufacturing and technology sectors, among others.
Work Highlights
- Shoosmiths advised the Trustees of Kesslers Group Pension Plan on a risk transfer exercise and GMP equalisation.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Shoosmiths provide complete and helpful advice in a timely manner."
"Their advice is clear and well written, and is often accompanied by a verbal run-through to provide additional clarification and answer any queries raised."
"Shoosmiths are first-rate black-letter technical lawyers."
"Shoosmiths provide complete and helpful advice in a timely manner."
"Their advice is clear and well written, and is often accompanied by a verbal run-through to provide additional clarification and answer any queries raised."
"Shoosmiths are first-rate black-letter technical lawyers."
Notable Practitioners
Heather Chandler provides support and guidance to trustees on bulk transfers, buy-ins and GMP equalisation.
"Heather is very diligent, which is really important when you are looking at anything transactional."
"Heather is very to the point, picks out the key issues and focuses on the key points of interest - she finds the right solutions quickly."
"Heather is very well respected and has always provided a full and comprehensive service."
"Heather has provided clear advice for all pensions matters."
Suzanne Burrell acts on GMP equalisation, bulk transfers and scheme closure, advising both trustees and employer sponsors.
Sarah Jenkins counsels trustees on investment decisions, restructuring implications and bulk transfers.
"Sarah is very easy to work with and is very responsive to request for advice."
"Sarah has a real eye for detail and is technically excellent."
Ranked Lawyers at
Shoosmiths LLP
Thames Valley
Clients
Provided by Shoosmiths LLP
Hewlett Packard (company appointment)
Inmarsat Pension Plan
Trustees of the Diversey Pension Scheme
Trustees of the Electrium Pension Scheme
Trustees of the RNIB Retirement Benefits Plan