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Pensions - UK-wide

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Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Squire Patton Boggs has a notable pensions team that contains leading pensions investment experts. It stands out for its knowledge in local government pension schemes and is acknowledged for its work on the pensions schemes of not-for-profit organisations and utility companies. The team ably assists both trustees and sponsors regarding defined benefit and defined contribution schemes.

Work Highlights

  • Squire Patton Boggs advised the trustees of two Thames Water pension plans on the potential effects of the restructuring of Thames Water.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Matthew Giles
2
Band 2

Matthew Giles leads Squire Patton Boggs's pensions group. He advises trustees and sponsors on issues such as the impact of corporate transactions on schemes as well as assisting with liability issues.

Matthew is excellent at delivering quality work on time and on budget.

Matthew always presents balanced and relevant advice.

3
Catherine McKenna
3
Band 3

Catherine McKenna has a wealth of experience, acting on investment arrangements, liability management projects and governance issues. She has further strength in scheme closures to future accrual and master trust matters.

Catherine has extensive knowledge of UK pensions law.

Catherine brings a depth of knowledge and gravitas to the table.

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Kirsty McLean
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Band 4

Kirsty McLean is well regarded for her experience advising across the gamut of pension scheme issues. She works with clients on regulatory compliance as well as the implications of corporate transactions.

Kirsty's knowledge of our complicated scheme is invaluable, and I love her down to earth and practical approach.

4
Wendy Hunter
4
Band 4

Wendy Hunter heads Squire Patton Boggs' London pension practice and possesses considerable experience advising on a broad spectrum of issues. She advises pension trustees and employers on buy-in transactions, scheme documentation and M&A-related pensions issues.

Wendy is highly knowledgeable and a fantastic support. She is very good to bounce ideas off.

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Victoria Jeacock
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Band 6

Victoria Jeacock is adept at advising on the pensions aspects of corporate transactions and restructurings, among other matters.

Victoria is exceptional to work with - she's flexible, knowledgeable, proactive and pragmatic.

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Matthew Giles
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Band 2
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Catherine McKenna
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Band 3
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Kirsty McLean
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Band 4
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Wendy Hunter
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Band 4
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Victoria Jeacock
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