A niche pensions-focused firm, Sacker & Partners LLP‘s disputes offering covers the entire spectrum of contentious work, from member complaints and regulatory litigation to High Court proceedings. The team is especially well-versed in regulatory investigations, risk management, data breaches, and member disputes. Peter Murphy, a specialist in High Court trustee applications, contentious investigations, investment claims, and professional negligence claims, heads up the team. James Bingham is another key contact and an expert in High Court claims and professional negligence work, as well as in member complaints before the Pensions Ombudsman. The team is also bolstered by the support of Arshad Khan, who is experienced in complex and high-stakes litigation and technical members’ complaints and claims.
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‘They are professional but very down to earth - all the communication was put in an understandable way and done so that it wasn't a burden. They made the entire process run without a hitch.’
‘Deep specialist knowledge and trusted expertise. Consistently clear, commercial, and tailored advice to the complex needs of trustees, employers, and financial institutions. Responsiveness and collaborative approach, and ability to provide pragmatic solutions.'
‘Peter Murphy is highly respected for his exceptional expertise in pensions law and ability to deliver clear, strategic advice on complex matters. Approachable, responsive, and deeply committed to supporting their clients with practical, commercially focused solutions.'
‘Sackers are unique in that they are the only top-tier firm which is exclusively pensions-focused. The dispute resolution team at Sackers is very strong and succeeded in advising us on a very involved dispute with a former investment consultant.'
‘Peter Murphy has a superb grasp of complex detail and an understanding of the legal implications. He has a calm, logical style and is persuasive in argument. Throughout our mediation, he was able to keep the heat out of discussions and ensure that people remembered the key matters and were not lost in the details.'
‘The Sackers team is excellent. They are proactive and helpful, as well as being constructive rather than aggressive. Their service is quick, yet well-thought-out.’
Key clients
- Trustee of the DHL Group Retirement Plan
- John Lewis Partnership Trust for Pensions
- Trustee of the Yorkshire & Clydesdale Bank Pension Scheme
- Trustee of the GSK Pension Plan
- Trustee of the TI Group Pension Scheme
- Trustee of the Boots Pension Scheme
- The Trustee of the Port of Felixstowe Pension Plan
- Trustee of the Nationwide Pension Fund
- Trustee of the Railways Pension Scheme
- Trustee of the Honeywell Pension Scheme
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Practice head
Peter Murphy
Other key lawyers
Arshad Khan; James Bingham