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Position
Arshad is a member of our specialist Pensions & investment litigation team. He has over 20 years’ experience in contentious pensions work, advising clients throughout that time on pensions disputes and litigation matters.
He specialises in member disputes both under clients’ internal disputes processes and before the Pensions Ombudsman and the Pension Protection Fund Ombudsman regarding challenges to PPF levies. Arshad has also been involved in contentious matters involving The Pensions Regulator and the Financial Assistance Scheme.
Like all members of our team, Arshad excels in resolving knotty, complex and novel matters.
Career
Sackers (2004 - present)
Biddle (1997-2004)
Memberships
Education
Christ Church, University of Oxford (1993-1996)
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘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.’
- 'James Bingham is a fantastic pensions litigator. He combines technical excellence with strategic vision and dedication to his clients. A pleasure to work with.'
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