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Stephenson Harwood handles a wide array of pensions matters on behalf of trustees and sponsoring companies. The team is well versed in advising on investment opportunities, liability reduction and restructurings. It is capable of advising on both contentious and non-contentious pensions matters. It regularly works on matters relating to both defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
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Stephenson Harwood advised Railpen on various matters relating to the four rail industry pension schemes for which Railpen is responsible, including the Railways Pension Scheme.
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The team is good at getting to the point of a matter and explaining it clearly and simply.
Stephenson Harwood takes a collaborative approach to identify solutions.
As a business, we are delighted with the level of responsiveness and service. Their advice is well-presented, clear, and always provided on time.
Stephenson Harwood has a broad bench of experts.
Stephenson Harwood offers a member-focused approach, efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
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Stephen Richards is head of Stephenson Harwood's non-contentious pensions group. He is adept at advising on issues such as pension scheme buy-ins and buyouts. He is also noted for his work on master trusts.
Stephen is very responsive and able to articulate complex regulation clearly.
Stephen understands our business and understands me, so he knows how to deliver his advice to suit his audience - and that advice is always clear and proportionate.
Stephen is succinct, clear in his advice and very pragmatic.
Stephen is responsive, pragmatic, and he finds good legal solutions to commercial issues.
Philip Goodchild is frequently engaged by employers and trustees to advise on all areas of pensions law, such as de-risking transactions.
Philip is a very good relationship partner.
Philip provides excellent service, is a clear communicator and is proactive.
Philip is a sensible, wise pair of hands.
Estella advises scheme sponsors and trustees on a range of pensions matters, for clients based in the UK and abroad.
Estella is very confident and a very creative thinker. She is not nervous at all about seeing a completely new situation.
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