David Hosford
UK Guide 2025
Band 1 : Pensions
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011 8957 0363Share profile
Band 1
About
Provided by David Hosford
Practice Areas
David provides practical pensions advice and technical analysis which he delivers clearly in a down to earth manner. His recent work includes: complex deeds, scheme restructuring, funding shortfalls, scheme mergers, PPF assessment periods, enhanced transfer values, implications of corporate restructuring/takeovers (including clearance and section 75 debt on employer), apportionment arrangements (including regulated apportionment arrangements), contingent assets, equalisation and investment management contracts.
Career
David graduated from the University of Warwick and College of Law, Chester. He trained at Burges Salmon and joined Pitmans in 2001.
Professional Memberships
Association of Pension Lawyers, Pensions Management Institute
Publications
David publishes regular technical updates.
Chambers Review
UK
David Hosford advises clients on a range of pension scheme issues, including buy-ins, Section 75 debt notices and benefits structuring. He also assists with GMP equalisation matters.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"David is very considered, calm and pragmatic. He also understands different communication styles."
"David is a great commercial lawyer. He understands the circumstances of each scheme and situation, and provides invariably useful advice."
"David is very considered, calm and pragmatic. He also understands different communication styles."
"David is a great commercial lawyer. He understands the circumstances of each scheme and situation, and provides invariably useful advice."