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Leave or remain? What the EU referendum means for pensions lawyers

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Published on: 22 October 2015

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Table of contents

How could this practice area be affected by the EU referendum?
What issues currently arise in this practice area in relation to the UK’s relationship with Europe?
What are your key concerns about a future EU referendum?
Are there any areas of EU law that you would like to keep/expect the UK to implement identical laws?
Do you think there are any issues that may not receive enough attention or consideration?
What would a vote to leave the EU mean in practice for lawyers in your field?
What would a vote to leave the EU mean in practice for clients in your field?
Any other thoughts?

Article summary

Pensions analysis: A referendum on whether the UK should remain a member of the EU is scheduled to take place by the end of 2017. François Barker, partner and head of pensions at Eversheds LLP, looks at the possible impact of the referendum on pensions lawyers and their clients.

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