Pensions and employee benefits

Arthur Cox

Arthur Cox's 'exceptional' team handles the full spectrum of pensions law matters for both public and private sector clients and is praised for its ‘highly responsive and unparalleled expertise’. Philip Smith heads the practice, with his primary area of expertise being day-to-day administration and restructurings, in addition to acting in disputes on behalf of trustees and employers. Sarah McCague is noted for her expertise in occupational pension schemes, and Deirdre Cummins has substantial knowledge of Irish pension arrangements, often assisting both employers and trustees.

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Testimonials

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‘We find that the service from Arthur Cox is exceptional. We deal with subject experts who always grasp the issues at hand and deliver clear and concise advice.’
‘We deal primarily with Daniel Watters and, on occasion, Philip Smith. Daniel has an in-depth knowledge of his area and is always on hand to offer advice as issues arise.'
‘Good diversity - the team seems very collaborative and cohesive. They appear to get along and work well together in a respectful manner. Appear to mentor new staff well. Good advice - generally to the point, no waffle.’
‘Philip Smith - goes the extra mile for his clients, including zooming in from holidays for important meetings. Likewise, Sarah McCague is very available and responsive to clients.’
‘We have worked with Arthur Cox and its pensions and employee benefits practice for some time now and are more than satisfied with the wonderful service that they provide us with. The knowledge and capability has been second to none.’
‘I have worked with Daniel Watters, in particular, for quite some time now. He is exceptional at his job, and his knowledge of pensions is second to none. In addition to that, he is calm, logical, approachable and easy to speak to. I am always confident and assured in the advice that he provides.’
‘The practice is well resourced to provide the specific high quality and considered pensions and employment law related advice needed, promptly.’
‘The individual advisor is responsive, a subject matter expert, and confident in his advice. I know if it has gone past his desk, we are in safe hands.’

Key clients

Diageo
Ulster Bank Ireland DAC
Flutter Entertainment plc
Trustees of the Medisize Ireland Limited Defined Benefit Pension Scheme
Glanbia plc
Grafton Group plc
An Post
Assured Partners Limited
Coillte
Trustees of the Ervia DB and DC pension Schemes

Work highlights

Advised Ulster Bank DAC on pensions aspects of its exit from the Irish Market.
Advised Diageo on its data breach.
Advised the trustees of An Post on disputes relating to pension increases.

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