UK Bar
Pensions - London (Bar)
Paul Newman KC is highly regarded in the industry. He acts on the full range of pension matters and is particularly recommended for high-profile, intricate cases. He acts for a diverse set of clients, including a number of FTSE 100 companies, trustees, the Pensions Regulator and the Pension Protection Fund. He is also an accomplished adviser on allegations of professional negligence.
Strengths
"His energy and drive to find the answer and work with us to meet our objectives is second to none."
"Paul is great technically. He is very obviously committed to winning and is full of ideas."
"Paul is amazing, what more can I say? He is highly professional, straightforward and thoroughly prepared for the advocacy."
"He is commercially astute and tactical in his approach to cases, making concessions where necessary to retain credibility."
"Paul is always practical and robust in his opinion. He never sits on the fence and is a punchy advocate."
Professional Negligence - London (Bar)
Paul Newman KC has a wealth of experience handling professional negligence claims relating to pension schemes and other financial services. He has particular expertise in cases arising out of failure to equalise the retirement ages of pension schemes.
Strengths
"Paul is a regular favourite, always practical and robust in his opinion. He never sits on the fence and is a punchy advocate."
"Superb. Paul gives clear, concise advice and inspires great confidence."