About

Provided by Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP

Operating on a UK-wide basis, with both Scottish and English qualified lawyers, our high quality team of specialists is top-ranked by the leading legal directories.

We understand the wide range of complex issues our clients face, be they employers, trustees or other advisers, and are committed to offering our advice in the way that suits their needs best.

Our clients are kept fully informed on the latest developments in the field, with regular updates and our e-bulletin service. They also benefit from a range of services including client seminars and trustee training sessions.

Chambers Review

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Pensions - Scotland

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Shepherd and Wedderburn advises an impressive set of corporate and trustee clients, with a notable presence in the finance, education and energy sectors. It has recognised expertise in defined benefit schemes, and offers specialist advice on risk transfers, liability management and funding issues. The team also provides general compliance advice and trustee training.

Work Highlights

  • Shepherd and Wedderburn advised the trustees of the University of St Andrews Superannuation and Life Assurance Scheme on member benefits queries.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Edwin Mustard
Head of Pensions
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Band 1
Edwin Mustard acts for a broad array of companies and trustees on scheme mergers and closures to future accrual. He also advises on investments and changes to benefit provisions.

He's very friendly and easy to deal with.

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Louisa Knox
Head of Pensions
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Band 1

Louisa Knox is a highly experienced practitioner, advising both trustees and companies on scheme restructuring and risk reduction measures, with further strength in handling scheme mergers and transfers. She also provides support on funding and GMP equalisation issues.

Louisa is an absolute pleasure to work with.

Louisa adds a great dynamic to the team and provides a useful sounding board.

Louisa can deal with the most complex issues in a very pragmatic and practical way.

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Andrew Holehouse
Head of Pensions
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Band 2
Andrew Holehouse acts for trustees on buy-ins and buyouts, risk management and scheme restructuring. He also advises on scheme closures for future accrual and wind-ups.

Andrew is a very accomplished individual who delivers a first class level of service with a pragmatic eye.

Andrew is knowledgeable, responsive and excellent to deal with.

Andrew's vast experience is always useful when dealing with any topic.

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Kirsty Headden
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Kirsty Headden acts for a range of trustees and institutions, offering particular strength in scheme amendment and equalisation matters.

I regard her as pragmatic, proportionate and very cost-effective.

Kirsty is a great communicator, who is very experienced and knows her stuff.

Daniel Boynton
Associates to watch

Daniel Boynton is a pension specialist who works with clients on everything from day-to-day matters right through to risk transfer work.

He is knowledgeable, responsive and excellent to deal with.

Daniel is a knowledgeable pensions lawyer who is quick to respond and provides excellent advice.

Ranked Lawyers at
Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP

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Scotland

Pensions

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Edwin Mustard
Head of Pensions
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Band 1
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Louisa Knox
Head of Pensions
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Band 1
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Andrew Holehouse
Head of Pensions
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Band 2
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Kirsty Headden
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Band 3
Daniel Boynton
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Members

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Andrew Holehouse

Head of Department

Edwin Mustard

Head of Department

Louisa Knox

Head of Department

Richard Jones