With an exclusive focus on contentious pensions matters, Sacker & Partners LLP advises trustees, employers, and pension scheme providers across the full spectrum of disputes. The practice handles a range of mandates, from member complaints and advisor disputes to complex High Court litigation, regulatory investigations, and data-related issues. Its specialist focus and extensive experience in pension litigation allow the group to navigate and prevent disputes from escalating. At the helm of the department, Peter Murphy covers the whole range of pensions litigation, including High Court applications, Pensions Ombudsman complaints, and regulatory proceedings. James Bingham and Amy Difford have combined expertise in settling disputes and claims through mediation and alternative forms of dispute resolution. Arshad Khan is regularly involved in decisions relating to rectification, professional negligence, and court-approved compromises.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge

Key clients

  • Trustee of the DHL Retirement Plan
  • Paul Withnall, Representative Beneficiary of the Samworth Pension Scheme
  • Trustee of the Citibank UK Pension Scheme
  • Trustee of the Yorkshire and Clydesdale Bank Pension Scheme
  • Trustee of the EDS Pension and Life Assurance Scheme
  • Trustee of the Boots Pension Plan
  • Trustee of the GSK Pension Scheme
  • Trustee of the AMEX Pension Scheme
  • Trustee of the Greene King Pension Scheme
  • Trustee of the Nestle UK Pension Scheme

Work highlights

Represented the Trustee of the Port of Felixstowe Pension Plan in ‘Part 8’ proceedings brought by a Plan member seeking to clarify the correct interpretation of the Plan Rules relating to eligibility for an ill-health pension.

Lawyers

Hall of Fame

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Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

Peter Murphy

Other key lawyers

Arshad Khan; James Bingham; Amy Difford