The pensions team at Arthur Cox boasts expertise in advising comprehensively on pension scheme design, setup, administration, mergers, and wind-ups. Department head Philip Smith routinely advises trustees and employers, in both the public and private sectors, on benefit pension scheme arrangements. Sarah McCague is singled out for being ‘exceptional’, and is well-positioned to assist with the new ESG requirements being introduced to Irish pensions law. Another key member of the team is Deirdre Cummins, who advises on all aspects of occupational pension arrangements.
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‘The individuals are complete experts in their chosen areas. They are also able to distil complex issues into language understandable for clients and deliver clear recommendations on the issues at hand.’
‘Compared with some other firms, Arthur Cox has a relatively large team of professionals working exclusively on pension matters. As a result, knowledgeable backup is available should the main contact be unavailable. A key strength of the Arthur Cox team is that their extensive pensions client base means that they will have seen most issues before and enables them to provide practical solutions to issues as they arise.’
‘Philip Smith and Sarah McCague are exceptional, experienced pension law professionals who listen to their clients, are easy to deal with, prompt in returning calls, have a practical mindset in providing advice and highly knowledgeable on pension matters. Clients are assured that the advice provided has been properly thought through and all angles covered.’
‘They develop a full understanding of the broader context and work with clients to find practical solutions.'
‘The team is highly accessible, they care about my issues and they deliver high quality work in line with my requirements.'
‘Sarah McCague is very approachable, friendly and always giving of her time. She adopts a pragmatic and sensible approach when faced with complex questions. She effectively uses her team to research the relevant issues and provide high-quality, focused advice in a cost effective manner.'
‘Philip Smith - Phil is a brilliant lawyer. He is very knowledgeable and delightfully considered and calm. He always sets clients at ease.'
‘I think the calibre of their people and their pensions knowledge is at the very highest level in the market.'
Kernmandanten
- CRH plc
- Ulster Bank Ireland DAC
- Flutter Entertainment plc
- Vodafone
- Alkermes plc
- Grafton Group plc
- Trustees of a commercial semi-State client’s AVC Scheme
- Coillte
- Trustees of the Gas Networks Ireland DB and DC pension schemes
- CRH plc
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Vodafone on commercial court pensions litigation.
- Advised CRH plc on pensions aspects of the disposal of Clogrennane Lime Limited.
- Advised Grafton Group plc on pensioner buy-in exercise.
Anwält*innen
Hall of fame
Die Anwält*innen an der Spitze ihres Berufsstands, die aufgrund ihres langjährigen Engagements in marktführender Arbeit von Wettbewerbern und Mandanten gleichermaßen geschätzt und anerkannt werden.
Führende Partner*innen
Die stärksten Partner*innen ihres Praxisbereichs, die eine führende Rolle in signifikanten Mandaten einnehmen und weitreichende Anerkennung unter Wettbewerbern und Mandanten genießen.
Partner*innen der nächsten Generation
Juniorpartner*innen, die im Markt von Mandanten und Wettbewerbern anerkannt werden und in einigen Mandaten eine Schlüsselrolle einnehmen.
Praxisleitung
Philip Smith
Weitere Kernanwält*innen
Deirdre Cummins; Sarah McCague