A Guide to Pensions and Commercial Property
Pension schemes frequently invest in commercial property; this is especially the case for specialised vehicles such Small Self-Administered Schemes (“SSASs”) and Self-Invested Personal Pensions (“SIPPS”). There are significant advantages to them investing in this asset class, including: How can Vialex help? When investing in commercial property there are specific requirements which must be met under […]
A Guide to Pensions and Employment Law
Pensions are often an important component in employment benefit packages and it is therefore little surprise when issues concerning them arise in many areas of employment law. How can Vialex help? Our pensions team assists employment lawyers with all aspects of pensions law impacting on their work from the commencement of employment, scheme membership and […]
A Guide to Small Self-Administered Schemes and Self-Invested Personal Pensions
SSASs and SIPPs Small Self-Administered Schemes (“SSASs”) and Self-Invested Personal Pensions (“SIPPs”) are specialised types of pension scheme. A SSAS is an occupational pension scheme for fewer than 12 members, usually the directors or senior employees of the company establishing the scheme; By contrast, and as the name suggests, a SIPP is a type of […]
A Guide to Internal Dispute Resolution and Pensions Ombudsman Complaints
Given the complexity of pensions, trust, and tax law there may be times when pension scheme members are concerned or dissatisfied with the way the scheme is being run or the way their pension is being calculated. How can Vialex help? Vialex can assess the issues that are in dispute and help try and resolve […]
A Guide to Pensions and Corporate Transactions
Pension schemes can be an important factor in the sale or purchase of a company or its business or when re-structuring a group of companies. In extreme cases, problems with a company’s pension scheme can even prevent the proposed transaction from going ahead. How can Vialex help? Our pensions team can assist at all stages […]
A Guide for Providers of Small Self-Administered Schemes and Self-Invested Personal Pensions
Whether markets are booming or in recession, SSASs and SIPPs can play an integral role in the strategy for small- and medium-sized enterprises and high net worth individuals. How can Vialex help? Vialex advises on all aspects concerning SSASs and SIPPs. Standard Documentation Commercial property Unquoted shares and loans For further information please contact Steven […]
A Guide to Automatic Enrolment
“Automatic Enrolment” is the process by which employers must make arrangements for their workers to become members of a workplace pension scheme. Unlike the previous stakeholder regime there are compulsory minimum employer and employee contributions payable. How can Vialex help? Together with our colleagues at Navigator Employment Law, Vialex can: Assessing your workforce Employers must […]
A Guide to Business Immigration Law
Following Brexit, immigration law is an increasingly important issue for employers. Many industry sectors face problems recruiting staff from within the UK, especially where experience or specialist skills are required. The new immigration regime is intended to allow the recruitment of the ‘best and brightest’ talent and many employers may be considering sponsoring employees for […]