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Advising some of the largest pension schemes in the UK, A&O Shearman boasts one of the most developed and specialist pension teams. The team is capable of advising on some of the most complex risk transfer deals and large-scale scheme restructurings, advising an even split of employers and trustee clients. The practice is led by the ‘industry veteran’ Neil Bowden, who supports some of the industry’s largest pension schemes. Bowden is a specialist in liability management and swap transactions, with key experience in litigation. The ’superstar’ Jane Higgins, an expert in risk transfer and pension scheme consolidations, and the ‘excellent’ Andy Cork, a pensions strategic adviser experienced in consolidations and a leader in buy-ins and buyout projects, bolster the team’s wider abilities. Francesca Parnell advises leading banks and companies on a number of pensions matters.
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‘The team are all friendly, professional and personable. They offer practical advice and have a very good knowledge of our scheme and the trust deed and rules.’
‘Andy Cork is excellent - he is very approachable and always explains what can be a complicated subject in a language that all the trustees can understand. He offers balanced, pragmatic advice and is able to turn round work quickly, often at short notice.’