About us

We are the UK’s leading specialist pensions law firm. Our client focus, our multi-specialism and our position at the heart of the industry set us apart.

We put the needs of our clients first. Understanding, anticipating and meeting their legal needs is what matters to us. This commitment, combined with our in-depth knowledge and experience of the widest range of pensions issues, enables us to deliver exceptional service. 

Far from being narrow pensions lawyers, we are multi-specialists, equipped to provide a full service to trustees, employers, providers and corporate investors. Our 100% focus on pensions and retirement savings brings together investment, finance and litigation experts in integrated teams to build long-lasting client relationships. 

News

Cyber risks to pension schemes

Cyber security has been a hot topic of conversation for many years, but recent cyber attacks on some of the UK’s largest organisations has brought this to the forefront of minds across many industries, including pensions. In the latest...

Sackers advises the National Grid UK Pension Scheme on £900m buy-in

The National Grid UK Pension Scheme has completed a £900m buy-in with Rothesay, with Sackers providing legal advice to the Trustees. The transaction, which completed in July 2025, takes the total value of the Scheme’s de-risked...

Sackers advises the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Pension Scheme on £40m buy-i...

The Institution of Mechanical Engineers Pension Scheme has concluded a £40m buy-in with Pension Insurance Corporation (PIC), covering the pensions of all 200 scheme members. Isobel Pollock-Hulf OBE, Chair of Trustees said: “It is a...

Emily Rowley nominated for ‘Star in the Making’ at PMI’s Pinnacle Awards

We are delighted that associate director Emily Rowley has been nominated for the ‘Star in the Making’ award at the PMI Pinnacle Awards. We wish both Emily and all other nominees the best of luck for the awards ceremony, taking place on...

Inheritance tax will apply to wealth passed on through pensions

In time for the summer break, the Government has confirmed that unused pension funds will form part of an individual’s estate for IHT purposes from 6 April 2027 and have issued draft Finance Bill clauses designed to make this happen....

Sackers retains first graduate solicitor apprentices as qualified associates

Sackers announces it has retained Eisha Lal and Mollie Kilfoyle who have both qualified as associates after successfully completing their apprenticeships with the firm. Mollie and Eisha are the first to go through the firm’s Graduate...

Our people

Our people are our most valuable asset. We support their development and invest in their future, achieving excellence through working together and sharing knowledge.

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Our services

We are experienced in every area of pensions law. Whether you are a trustee, employer, insurance company, master trust, or personal pension provider, we are committed to understanding and meeting your needs. Our ability to find solutions to the most complex of legal problems, and our track record of advising large schemes and corporate sponsors, enables us to deliver an outstanding partner-led service to all our clients.