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Pensions - UK-wide

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Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Herbert Smith Freehills has a well-regarded pensions practice that is acknowledged for its work on de-risking and for overseeing the pensions implications of corporate transactions. The team is also respected for the strength of its work on pension investment.

Work Highlights

  • Herbert Smith Freehills advised Pension Insurance Corporation on several bulk annuity transactions.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Samantha Brown
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Samantha Brown
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Band 2

Samantha Brown heads up Herbert Smith Freehill's pension practice. She has significant experience in the field and is well known for her expertise when it comes to advising clients on the complex pensions implications of corporate transactions.

Samantha is a fantastic business ally - she is always supportive and commercially minded yet pragmatic

Samantha is very good on being really proactive, and the depth of knowledge she has means she can give clearer advice.

Not only is Samantha exceptionally commercially sharp, she is an expert negotiator and fantastic in front of clients.

Rachel Pinto
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Rachel Pinto
4
Band 4

Rachel Pinto advises trustees and employers on high-level pensions issues. She is especially experienced in de-risking transactions.

Rachel has a great understanding of our business environment and is willing to engage appropriately with other advisers and stakeholders.

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Michael Aherne
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Band 6

Michael Aherne advises on various pensions matters, with a special focus on supporting M&A activity in the energy sector.

Michael is very strong commercially, very sound technically and a good negotiator.

Michael consistently provides high quality, clear concise advice.

We can reach out to Michael at any time and always receive a prompt response with willingness to have a call or prepare and deliver a piece of work as required.

Ranked Lawyers at
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

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Samantha Brown
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Samantha Brown
2
Band 2
Rachel Pinto
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Rachel Pinto
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Band 4
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Michael Aherne
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Band 6