Pensions lawyers
Our experienced pensions lawyers provide advice and support with all aspects of pensions law.
For many businesses, public and third sector organisations, pensions are a critical financial and practical concern. Employers must understand the risks and opportunities associated with their workplace pension schemes to control the risks and costs of providing the pension benefits they've promised. Scheme trustees and managers are concerned with the effective financial control and governance of their schemes.
We understand the issues faced by employers, trustees and others involved with pensions, thanks to extensive experience of working on a wide range of pensions matters. Pensions law can be extremely complex: you can be sure we'll make it as simple to digest as possible as we deliver practical advice and solutions.
Services provided by our pension solicitors
We work with clients on all types of pension schemes in both the public and private sectors and at all stages in their life cycles, from establishment to winding up. Our services include:
- Advising on scheme termination projects and ceasing to participate in public service schemes
- Advising on the risk transfer projects (including insurance buy-ins and buy-outs)
- Interpreting, drafting and updating pension scheme governing documents and ancillary documents such as member communications
- Dealing with regulatory bodies and government agencies, including the Pensions Regulator, the Pension Protection Fund, the Information Commissioner’s office and HMRC
- Supporting best practice in pension scheme governance and legal compliance
- Resolving pensions disputes
- Advising scheme trustees on the wide range of contracts that they may enter into
- Advising on GDPR and cyber security in the pension scheme context
- Training scheme trustees, HR and finance professionals and others on pensions matters
- Dealing with the pensions aspects of transactions
- Advising on all legal aspects of group life insurance schemes, including decision-making support for the payment of death benefits
Why choose our pensions lawyers?
Our team of pensions lawyers is given a top ranking by the Legal 500 Directory.
We recognise that, in many situations, pensions advice isn't useful if delivered in isolation. When appropriate, we'll work closely with other specialist lawyers at Weightmans from fields including corporate and employment law to give you complete and coherent advice.
Members of our team have hands on experience of scheme administration and trusteeship.
Accolades
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Highly effective equal pay team covering trade union issues and collective action.
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I've worked with Weightmans for many years now, and I have always found they provide an excellent service. Professional, commercial, responsive and friendly.
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The employment team is incredibly knowledgeable, providing expert guidance and advice on all issues. The team is responsive to immediate requests for assistance and is thorough in its preparation and advice. The customer service is excellent.
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The team are really supportive and helpful. They work closely together and will pick up each other's cases where needed. .All of the team are very approachable, down to earth and provide advice that is clear and understandable and considering of the business implications.
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Organised and person-centred approach. In my experience, this has been consistent with everyone I've met at Weightmans. The knowledge and expertise of the solicitors and how legislation is interpreted is always well explained both verbally and in written correspondence.
Legal 500 2025 -
I cannot stress enough how the culture at Weightmans appears consistent throughout every interaction, and this really stands out. In particular, people are so polite, approachable, easy to talk to, and always give the best advice, guidance and due care and attention. Advice is always thorough and clear yet detailed enough to understand what is being explained in full context, which is always appreciated.
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The team really collaborate, helping us work through the problem before looking at the solution. They always seem to be one step ahead of us in our sector, which is a delight. They bring insight proactively from legal or regulatory changes that we should be considering, specifically as a growing business.
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Weightmans has excellent depth in its team, with knowledge and professionalism at the highest level. I have always found them to be very responsive.
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The firm is timely and professional, and able to explain complex points in simple language. Weightmans is excellent at setting timescales and sticking to them without compromising quality of service.
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Weightmans has clear commercial understanding and a good ability to provide business-oriented advice.
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The team has always proved reliable and able to handle enquiries within the timeframes required of the situation. For enquiries of a more complex nature, the response is extremely quick and thorough.
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The team's approach is practical and it is sensitive when asked to be. Its language is direct and clear and is our go-to for all issues.
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Their client service is great, the level of advice is great and they are honest with us as clients. They give good and bad news to allow us to make an informed opinion to do the right thing.
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The team are very experienced and confident in their delivery. I have been impressed with how responsive they are, and where they can't come back to you there is always someone else available.
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Cases have been handled confidently and efficiently with full appreciation of their sensitive nature. The team are very competent and have a broad understanding of all aspects of employment law.
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Weightmans has a proven track record with high risk cases.
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Weightmans responsiveness is excellent, as are its service levels.
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Weightmans is extremely pragmatic and practical.
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Weightmans' team is multi-disciplined and there is always a specialist in any field whose support can be drawn upon.
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Weightmans breakdowns complicated matters into understandable implications and weigh up the benefits and risks of various routes forward.
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Weightmans provides pragmatic advice with a strong understanding of the specific challenges facing the sector.
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It is a professional team with years of experience. They have the knowledge and skills to handle complex and sophisticated matters.
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Expertise at varying levels is always there to support the resolution of an issue in an appropriate and approachable manner.
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