Praised for being 'knowledgeable about all aspects of pensions', Shepherd and Wedderburn advises companies and trustees from diverse sectors such as financial services, transport, and higher education. The practice is co-led by pensions specialists Louisa Knox, Andrew Holehouse, and Edwin Mustard. Knox focuses on defined benefit and defined contribution schemes, scheme restructuring, and ESG compliance. Holehouse supports trustees of major occupational pension schemes with risk management and transactional issues, while Mustard is experienced in general scheme advisory work and pension disputes. Additionally, director Kirsty Headden offers expertise in the pensions implications of corporate activities.
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‘Andrew Holehouse is a very authoritative partner. Director Kirsty Headden is always available and on top of issues.’
‘Shepherd and Wedderburn has a big team with resources across other disciplines such as litigation.’
‘The team is friendly, personable, and can communicate effectively in different mediums.’
‘The team has a very collaborative approach, adjusting to the requirements of the client. Their expertise is excellent and they are well respected.’
‘Louisa Knox has always focussed on maintaining valuable relationships.’
‘The uniqueness of Shepherd & Wedderburn is their human touch. The lawyers take the time to explain difficult concepts in a non-technical language that is easier to comprehend.’
‘Shepherd & Wedderburn's pensions team is the best in Scotland in terms of its depth and breadth.’
‘Louisa Knox is superb - bright, articulate, sensible. Kirsty Headden is delightful, hugely knowledgeable, and her advice is well-thought-through and articulate.'
Clients clés
- The Trustees of the Association of British Insurers Pensions and Assurance Scheme
- Trustees of the Stagecoach Group Pension Scheme
- The Trustees of the University of St Andrews Superannuation and Life Assurance Scheme
- The Weir Group Pension and Retirement Savings Scheme
- Trustee of the abrdn (SLSPS) Pension Scheme
- Trustees of the A.G. Barr plc Retirement Benefits Scheme
- Trustee of the Universal Music Group Pension Scheme
- Trustee of the Scottish Hydro-Electric Pension Scheme
- Trustee of the Brewin Dolphin Retirement Benefits Scheme / Trustee of the Brewin Dolphin Pension Fund
Points forts
- Advised the Trustees of the Association of British Insurers Pensions and Assurance Scheme in securing a full buy-in for all remaining un-insured benefits.
- Acted as legal adviser for the Trustees of the University of St Andrews Superannuation and Life Assurance Scheme.
- Advised the Trustee of the Weir Group Pension and Retirement Savings Scheme on the Scheme’s funding structure and on a pensioner buy-in transaction involving a deferred premium agreement.
Avocats
Hall of Fame
Avocats au sommet de leur profession, largement reconnus et respectés par l'ensemble du marché pour leur expertise éprouvée et leur intervention récurrente et longue date dans les dossiers les plus complexes et prestigieux.
Les grands avocats du marché
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Meilleurs collaborateurs
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Kirsty Headden
Responsable de la pratique
Andrew Holehouse; Louisa Knox; Edwin Mustard
Autres avocats clés
Kirsty Headden; Richard Jones; Daniel Boynton