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

Sackers advises on £280m buy-in with the Cancer Research UK Pension Scheme

The Cancer Research UK Pension Scheme, sponsored by Cancer Research UK has successfully concluded a £280m bulk purchase annuity transaction with Standard Life. This buy-in transaction covers c. 2,800 members. Sackers advised the trustees...

Sackers survey shows strong support for Trustee flexibility over DB surplus

Today Sackers announced the results of our most recent webinar survey*. The results reveal that 54% of respondents support giving trustees the flexibility to determine whether – and on what terms – surplus funds can be paid to...

Ferdy Lovett comments on preparing for pension dashboards

Pensions dashboards have been years in the making. Pensions dashboards will, for the first time, allow employees to access all their pensions information, including their state pension, online in one place. Ferdy Lovett, partner, details...

Emily Forrest comments as first ‘connect by’ date arrives for Dashboards

Emily Forrest, partner, comments: “As with any major project, the dashboards journey hasn’t always been plain sailing. Since the concept of a pensions dashboard was initially recommended by the FCA back in 2014, we have lived through a...

Lucy Dunbar comments on TPR’s Annual Funding Statement

TPR today published its Annual Funding Statement 2025, the first under the new DB funding regime. Lucy Dunbar, partner, comments: “Whilst DB schemes are continuing to see strong funding positions, with 85% estimated to be in surplus on...

Are the good intentions behind the new VFM frameworks at risk?

As regulators and policymakers continue to consult on whether DC schemes provide value for money to members, there is a risk that their good intentions are being overwhelmed by other political priorities. In an article for the April issue...

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.

Emily Forrest

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.