Shoosmiths LLP’s broad caseload encompasses buy-in projects, public service pension schemes, and restructuring matters. David Thompson acts as the national head of pensions, while Tracey Hemingway is a key port of call for both trustees and employees on the full gamut of pension matters. Heather Chandler’s recent caseload includes pension transfers and trustee protection issues, and Suzanne Burrell handles the pensions aspects of company acquisitions and reorganisations, while Sarah Jenkins is another key team member.
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  • 'The firm has a diverse team, with strong legal knowledge.'
  • 'The team has strong technical skills, including in complex cases, together with excellent commercial awareness, to provide practical advice to business stakeholders.'

Key clients

  • NSK Europe Limited
  • Trustees of the BALPA 1973 Pension Scheme

Work highlights

Advised CIBC trustees on the buy in and buy out of CIBC’s UK pension scheme.

Lawyers

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

David Thompson; Suzanne Burrell; Heather Chandler; Tracey Hemingway

Other key lawyers

Sarah Jenkins