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About
Provided by Michael Uberoi
Practice Areas
Michael Uberoi practises in commercial and regulatory litigation, with a particular focus on pensions and financial services.
His work includes pension litigation (such as rectification and indexation work), professional negligence matters (involving solicitors, actuaries, and administrators), commercial disputes involving allegations of fraud and breaches of COBS, and regulatory work engaging all aspects of the FCA Handbook (for Defendants and Regulators). He has ongoing matters involving the Pensions Regulator, the Financial Conduct Authority, the Pension Protection Fund, and Lloyd’s of London.
Michael is a member of COMBAR and the Chancery Bar Association. He is also called to the Bar of Northern Ireland.
Some examples of current or very recent work include:
- Richard Tomlin v The Council of Lloyd’s of London – Acting for the Defendant (a leading underwriter) in enforcement proceedings brought by Lloyd’s (acquitted of all 37 charges).
- Fetherston & Ors v Dalriada - Acting for the professional trustee in a 4-day trial involving disputed pension increases granted by directors /trustees, to themselves.
- Viavi Solutions UK Limited v Viavi Pension Trustee UK Limited - Acting for the trustees in the rectification of a scheme arising out of incorrect pension increase rules.
- St Modwen Property plc v Smith - Acting for the company and trustee in successful rectification proceedings.
- Acting for the Target in a 4-day Pension Regulator Contribution Notice hearing involving the Regulator’s moral hazard powers.
- Acting for the Defendant in proceedings arising out of transfers out of the British Steel Pension Scheme.
Chambers Review
UK Bar
Michael Uberoi is an esteemed barrister who excels at representing financial professionals in proceedings before regulators, including the FRC and Pensions Regulator. He is also skilled in disciplinary proceedings involving sports, in particular those relating to anti-doping.
Michael Uberoi of Outer Temple Chambers has a highly regarded financial services practice and is often before the Upper Tribunal. He is adept at acting for both claimants and defendants, and his practice encompasses a range of contentious matters, such as FCA investigations, whistle-blowing and misconduct.
Michael Uberoi is a high-quality junior with particular expertise in pensions and financial services matters. He has notable experience in rectifications and regulatory proceedings. He frequently acts for beneficiaries and trustees.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Michael is a pleasure to work with. He provides strong, consistent advice."
"Michael really knows his stuff when it comes to pensions and financial services matters. He is a pleasure to work with."
"Michael understands the needs of an individual client and is empathetic while providing sensible, robust legal advice in a lay-friendly manner."
"Michael has a very clear level of expertise and sophistication in both written and oral tasks."
"A pleasure to work with, Michael provided strong, consistent advice in a timely manner and on budget."
"Michael is approachable and commercial, providing really high-quality legal advice but in a practical way that has helped us on a number of occasions navigate very difficult issues."
"Michael is a pleasure to work with. He provides strong, consistent advice."
"Michael really knows his stuff when it comes to pensions and financial services matters. He is a pleasure to work with."
"Michael understands the needs of an individual client and is empathetic while providing sensible, robust legal advice in a lay-friendly manner."
"Michael has a very clear level of expertise and sophistication in both written and oral tasks."
"A pleasure to work with, Michael provided strong, consistent advice in a timely manner and on budget."
"Michael is approachable and commercial, providing really high-quality legal advice but in a practical way that has helped us on a number of occasions navigate very difficult issues."
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