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Ben Fairhead

Ben Fairhead

UK 2026

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Arc Pensions Law
 Arc Pensions Law

Ranked in 1 practice area

Pensions Litigation

UK-wide

9 years ranked

About

Provided by Arc Pensions Law

Practice Areas

Ben is a litigator specialising in pensions-related disputes, acting for a range of clients including trustees, employers, providers and administrators, both in pursuing and defending court claims as well as Ombudsman complaints.

He has significant experience acting and advising in relation to pension scam cases, including obtaining injunctive relief to recover scheme assets. He has been involved in numerous matters involving the Pensions Regulator and the Pensions Protection Fund, and his expertise extends to Part 8 proceedings seeking court directions and involving representative beneficiaries. He also regularly acts for clients in professional negligence claims.

Career

Joined Arc Pensions Law LLP in 2024

Trained Baker & McKenzie, qualified 2004.

Professional Memberships

Association of Pension Lawyers

Pension Scams Industry Group

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Pensions Litigation - UK-wide

Band 4
Individual Editorial

Ben Fairhead of Arc Pensions Law is recognised for his work on pensions scheme irregularities, with a focus on disputes involving allegations of poor governance, breach of trust or pension scams.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Ben is reassuring on all questions, having seen it all, done it all before.

    Pensions LitigationChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

  • Ben provides first rate service. His knowledge is overlaid with the real world scenario to deliver the right approach for the client.

    Pensions LitigationChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

  • Ben provides excellent, clear advice.

    Pensions LitigationChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

  • I'm extremely happy with the level of service provided by Ben.

    Pensions LitigationChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Ranked Individuals at Arc Pensions Law (7)

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