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In this episode of HLC PensionsPod, senior associate Jade Rigby is joined with David Olstein, a partner in our New York office, for Part One of a three-part series on ERISA developments. Together, they introduce us to the world of ERISA, providing an overview of what ERISA is, the types of plans that fall within its scope, those that are exempt, the core fiduciary duties it imposes, and the regulators responsible for overseeing ERISA compliance.

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Please note that this podcast episode was recorded before the combination of Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft on 1 July 2026 to form Hogan Lovells Cadwalader. Any references to Hogan Lovells reflect the firm's position at the time of recording.

In this episode of HLC Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Cadwalader Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: tying the knot may become the default for couples; the DWP’s busy on guided retirement and the general levy; more rolled out on Value for Money; HMRC presses ahead with the government’s agenda on surplus reforms; the Pension Ombudsman and the Pension Protection Fund look back over the last year; and are you feeling the squeeze?

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In this episode, Stephanie Yonekura, Practice Area Leader for the Hogan Lovells Investigations, White Collar, and Fraud practice, and Maggie Hedges, General Counsel at Hogan Lovells, are joined by Todd Blanche, Acting Attorney General of the United States, for a timely discussion on the evolving investigations landscape.

In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: data protection; the Pensions Commission’s interim report sparks calls for urgent action on retirement adequacy; an exciting Technical Note from HMRC on IHT and pensions; warnings around the use of private credit; and defined benefit funding surpluses fall, but only a little bit.

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In this latest episode, Ivan Zapien, Tim Bergreen, Ches Garrison and Michael Bell discuss the upcoming midterm elections and what a democratic majority could mean for the U.S. House and Senate.

Now that the key provisions of the Renters’ Right Act 2025 are in force, Tim Reid and Paola Bruni talk you through the new assured periodic tenancy regime and the main changes for landlords and leaseholders when it comes to pre-tenancy restrictions, rent increases, termination and the many other changes introduced by the Act. With some immediate actions required from landlords by 31 May, this episode is well worth a listen.

In this latest episode, Ivan Zapien, Tim Bergreen, and Ches Garrison are joined by recurring guest Michael Bell, a partner on the Hogan Lovells Government Relations and Public Affairs team, to discuss recent activity in the House, committee focus on artificial intelligence, federal appropriations, lame duck, reconciliation, and more.

In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: news on the Parliamentary process; small pots and IHT; risk concentration in Master Trusts; and annuity rates on the rise again.

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In this episode of HL PensionsPod, senior associate Jade Rigby is joined with Mariëtte Vis, a legal consultant in our employment and pensions practice in the Netherlands. Together, they discuss the pensions landscape in the Netherlands, exploring how the three-pillar retirement income system operates, the shift from defined benefit to defined contribution schemes, and the significant reforms currently underway. The conversation also touches on the role of ESG in pension investment strategies, the interaction between pensions and employment law, and what employers should be preparing for ahead of changes to Dutch pensions law.

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In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: “Ping Pong” play between the Lords and Commons; guidance for trustees grappling with Virgin Media; high praise for independent trustees; statistics tell an interesting story on pension scheme buy-ins; trustees have surplus on the brain; and does anyone understand IHT?

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In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: the Pensions Minister continues to ring the bell for consolidation; an update from the FCA; good news from the PPF; the actuaries draw swords; Rachel Reeves has little to say; and buy-out beckons.

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In this episode of HL PensionsPod, Senior Associates Jade Rigby and Amol Chalisgaonkar explore tokenisation – a term that is cropping up more frequently in discussions with trustees and advisers. Put simply, tokenisation is the process of converting or representing ownership rights in real world assets into digital tokens, and it has the potential to offer numerous benefits within the pensions industry. To help listeners navigate this area, the discussion provides an introduction to the digital assets space and explains the key concepts, terminology and processes needed to understand and capitalise on this development.

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In this episode of HLC PensionsPod, associate Kal Tsang is joined by senior associate Jim Davis to explore the topic of overpayments in pension schemes. They discuss the different types of overpayments, the options available to trustees when errors are identified, and the key legal defences members may raise – including estoppel, change of position, and laches. Drawing on the Pensions Ombudsman's 2025 factsheet and a series of recent determinations, they examine how these defences have been applied in practice and what distinguishes successful claims from unsuccessful ones. The episode concludes with practical takeaways for trustees on communicating with members, assessing defences at the internal dispute resolution stage and reducing the likelihood of complaints escalating to the Ombudsman.

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In this episode of HL PensionsPod, Senior Associate Amol Chalisgaonkar is joined by Annabelle Hardiman, Trustee Director and Head of Professional Corporate Sole Trustee services at Independent Governance Group. Together, they discuss the DWP’s consultation on strengthening trustee governance, with a particular focus on its application to professional trusteeship. The conversation highlights how potential conflicts of interest arise and are managed, and how trustees balance their legal duties with scheme members’ expectations, providing insight into the complexities and best practices of modern pension scheme governance.

A link to the consultation can be found here.

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In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: a helpful case for trustees from the Ombudsman and several bits of news on the changing shape of UK pensions.

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In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: transfer changes on the horizon; guidance on value for money; developments on investments; and WASPI women dealt a blow.

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In this episode of HL PensionsPod, Partners Katie Banks and Edward Brown look at the year ahead for the pensions industry. They delve into the changing nature of pension scheme trusteeship, changes to IHT, guided retirement and targeted support, scaling up, Virgin Media, upcoming cases and surplus. While there is an embarrassment of riches in the ever-changing pensions landscape, we hope this discussion provides a useful update on what to expect in 2026.

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In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: the PRA’s most recent views on the bulk-annuity market; the shift in Gilt yields; the SPP’s thoughts on collective defined contribution schemes; and a warning to any rouge investment advisors out there.

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In this special episode, Dusseldorf-based partner Dr. Andreas von Falck sits down with Julian Adamson, MD of Adamson & Partners, for a conversation about leadership, advocacy, and life at the top of patent litigation. From his upbringing and career journey to mentorship, resilience, and what comes next, Andreas reflects on the experiences that have shaped both the lawyer and the leader. This episode first featured as part of the Adamson & Partners Leadership Series.

In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: mineworkers receive more than a sack of coal this Christmas; Aviva announces a solution to the “problem” of surplus; LCP has the crystal ball out on bulk annuity transactions; the DWP consult on trustee standards; and the Pensions Regulator wants to hear views on collective defined contribution schemes.

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In our first episode of 2026, Stella Bliss, Ingrid Stables, and Lucy Redman talk you through the legal changes coming this year, both in terms of new legislation - including the Renters’ Rights Act, changes to upwards only rent reviews, and yet more changes to the law of leasehold – and cases coming before the courts, as well as the Law Commission’s plans for reform.

Join May Burke and Mo Davis for the final HL Keeping it Real Estate episode of 2025, where they’ll be talking you through their top 5 cases of the year touching on redevelopment under the 1954 Act, the limits of the Building Safety Act, service charge disputes and the perils of WhatsApp.

In this latest episode, Ivan Zapien, Tim Bergreen, and Ches Garrison are joined by recurring guest Michael Bell, a partner on the Hogan Lovells Government Relations and Public Affairs team, to discuss what the political landscape may look like in 2026 as well as predictions for the Midterm Elections. (11 Dec. 2025)

In this episode of HLC Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Cadwalader Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: the FCA consults on new rules to improve standards in SIPPs; the gilt market’s reaction to Starmer’s resignation has been ‘relatively muted’; deferred member engagement rises up trustee agenda; DC pension pots could rise under megafund reforms; DB scheme trustees yet to assess the impact of health innovations on future liabilities; and trustees warn DB pension surplus release pressure could conflict with fiduciary duty.

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In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: Aberdeen and Stagecoach become bed fellows; calls continue for pre-97 increases; some guidelines from PASA on data protection; the gender pay gap is back on the radar; and a new, interesting report on cognitive decline.

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Public Company Conversations is the Hogan Lovells Securities and Public Company Advisory podcast, where we explore the legal developments shaping today's public company landscape. Each episode covers topics ranging from SEC rulemaking and enforcement to governance practices, shareholder engagement, emerging market trends, and risk management - set against a dynamic regulatory backdrop.

In this episode, host Rupa Briggs is joined by Weston Gaines, co-chair of the Hogan Lovells Shareholder Proposal Task Force. Together, they unpack the recent statement by the Division of Corporation Finance of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on its process for the 2025–2026 proxy season under Rule 14a‑8, what’s changed, and what matters now for companies and shareholder proponents.

In this episode of Keeping it Real Estate, Lucy Redman runs through the Law Commission’s 14th Programme of Law Reform and what changes are in store for commercial property. This includes potential overhauls to the treatment of guarantors under the Landlord and Tenant (Covenants) Act 1995, rights of first refusal under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987, dilapidations, and changes to support green lease clauses. Lucy talks through what these changes could look like, and what happens next.

In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: the big news is the Budget; surpluses in DB schemes continue to increase; the PPF gets its clipboard out on the levy; and possibly some good news for WASPI women.

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In this episode of Keeping it Real Estate, Paul Tonkin and Joe Armstrong talk you through the recent judgment in Cooper & Powell v Ludgate House, also known as the Bankside Case. They touch on the interplay between section 203 of the Housing and Planning Act 2016 and rights of light, methods of assessing loss of light and the court’s approach to injunctions and damages and what they mean for future of rights of light claims – both for developers and for residents.

In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: the Sterling 20 initiative; CDC makes a splash; a case on increases; bits from HMRC; and a dive into defined contribution.

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This episode of the "Future of Manufacturing" podcast, hosted by Emerson Holmes at Hogan Lovells, explores the evolving landscape of global manufacturing with a focus on the impact of U.S. tariffs and sanctions. Joined by partners Joshua E. Kurland and Mayur Patel, both experts in international trade and investment, the discussion delves into the policy drivers behind recent U.S. tariffs, their intended goals, and the practical effects on manufacturers both within the United States and globally.

In this episode of Keeping it Real Estate, Paul Tonkin and Ben Willis round up the recent developments on the Building Safety Act after a busy summer in the courts, including the first Supreme Court Act decision on the Building Safety Act (URS v BDW) as well as the long awaited appeals in the Triathlon Homes and Hippersley Point cases, and important new legislation in the form of the Remediation Bill and the Building Safety Levy.    

In this latest episode, Ivan Zapien, Tim Bergreen, and Ches Garrison are joined by special guest Michael Bell, a partner on the Hogan Lovells Government Relations and Public Affairs team, to discuss the ongoing government shutdown, pending legislation in the House and Senate, redistricting issues, and what we may be able to expect for the 2026 Midterm Elections (23 Oct. 2025).  

In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: some practical guidance for actuaries on Virgin Media; a ruling from the High Court that might be of interest to trustees with the nice to have problem of surplus; more on our perennial favourite dashboards; concerns raised by the Society of Pension Professionals about new requirements for the registration of tax advisors; and support for pension investment in renewable energy.

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Stella Bliss, Ingrid Stables and Lucy Redman are back with the Summer 2026 Horizon Scanner to help you stay ahead of the key legal and regulatory developments affecting the real estate sector, including 1954 Act reform, building safety changes, the new contractual controls regulations, commonhold reform, the proposed ban on upwards-only rent reviews and Martyn's Law.

In this podcast, Global Head of Insurance and partner Nicola Evans introduces this year’s publication of Insurance Horizons. She speaks briefly on the key trends that are impacting the insurance sector, from the future of digitalization and climate change to geopolitical and economic uncertainty.

In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. This week: some nice news from the PPF; TPR tells us about enforcement; updates on small pots; HMRC weighs in on tax free cash reversal; the FCA consults on targeted advice; and what’s happening on dashboards.

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In this episode of HL PensionsPod, Partner Katie Banks and Senior Associate Jade Rigby explore the challenges employers encounter when complying with automatic enrolment obligations under the Pensions Act 2008. They begin by highlighting the significance of automatic enrollment, before exploring common challenges faced by employers, such as ensuring the correct amount of contributions are paid and communications comply with legislative requirements. The discussion also provides practical insights on how employers can effectively address these issues.

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Public Company Conversations is the Hogan Lovells Securities and Public Company Advisory podcast, where we explore the legal developments shaping today’s public company landscape. Each episode covers topics ranging from SEC rulemaking and enforcement to governance practices, shareholder engagement, emerging market trends, and risk management - set against a dynamic regulatory backdrop.

In this inaugural episode, partner and host Rupa Briggs is joined by counsels Weston Gaines and Val Delp, co-chairs of the Hogan Lovells Shareholder Proposal Task Force. They preview the key shareholder proposal themes emerging from the 2025 proxy season and share practical insights for companies navigating the year ahead.

This episode also sets the stage for a full-length webinar with D.F. King on 29 October, where the team will dive deeper into:

1. the 2025 proxy season,
2. the impact of the SEC’s Schedule 13D rule changes on shareholder engagement,
3. how the change in administration is shaping disclosure and risk management strategies, and
4. key developments in shareholder activism.

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In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. This week: the Pension Schemes Bill wends its way through the Parliamentary process; LCP cautions against further tinkering with the pensions tax relief regime; updates on administration; and some warnings from the Pensions Regulator on identity fraud.

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In this episode of Keeping it Real Estate, Tim Reid and Lucy Redman talk through the government’s white paper on commonhold – billed as the replacement for leasehold - and whether the proposals do enough to persuade the key stakeholders – developers, home owners and lenders – that commonhold is the way forward

In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions.

This week: we have flesh on the bones of the Virgin Media solution; concerns voiced on the government’s desire to control scheme investments; updates on scams, tax and dashboards; and those WASPI women are at it again.

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In this episode of HL PensionsPod, Partners Katie Banks and Edward Brown explore the new rules surrounding the return of surplus funds. The delve into the existing legislation, the proposed changes and the implication for trustees, who will take on an important role as gatekeepers. The discussion also provides practical insights on how trustees can effectively navigate these upcoming changes. 

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In the first episode of the Keeping it Real Estate podcast from Hogan Lovells, Ben Willis and Amy Dunn discuss reforms to the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, including the Law Commission’s interim statement, what comes next, and what this means for security of tenure in commercial leases.

Trainee solicitor Nikita Rajkumar speaks with Robert Gardener, Director of Government Affairs at Hogan Lovells, about his unique journey from the UK Cabinet Office to the Middle East and into private practice. They unpack how legal advice intersects with public policy, how firms influence regulation, and what a legal career in government affairs really involves. A must-listen for law students curious about public law, politics, legal strategy, and careers beyond the courtroom.

Jessica Hickson and Lucy Redman outline the changes introduced by the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, and discuss the practical steps required of those responsible for premises within its scope.

Second-seat trainee Saskia Wyld speaks with Alice Kent from the Hogan Lovells trainee development team about the full journey of a future trainee - from accepting your training contract to navigating the SQE, induction, seat rotations, and qualification. Packed with insights on secondments, support structures, and the pastoral care available, this episode is essential listening for future trainees and law students preparing for the SQE route and life at a City law firm.

Trainee solicitor Teofisto Consistente chats with Senior Associate Nikki Ogun in this inspiring episode of HL Legal Lounge. They explore non-traditional routes into law, transitioning from science and economics backgrounds, and navigating training contract seats - from patent litigation and data protection to financial services. A valuable listen for future trainees, law conversion students, and anyone curious about career flexibility, seat rotations, and life at a global law firm.

Trainee solicitor Nikita Rajkumar interviews Senior Associate George Kiladze in this episode of HL Legal Lounge. They explore career paths into law, life as a trainee at Hogan Lovells, insights into Debt Capital Markets, and tips on finding your fit in a legal career. A must-listen for aspiring solicitors, law students, and future trainees looking for real-world advice on training contracts, legal practice areas, and mentorship in the City.

In the final episode of HL Legal Lounge, Nick and Anna speak with Lookman, a senior associate in the Global Products Law team at Hogan Lovells. With over 24 years at the firm, Lookman shares his journey from paralegal to senior associate, offering reflections on career development, navigating change, and working in a niche but vital practice area. Learn what products law entails, the global scope of the work, and how long-term legal careers can evolve. A must-listen for law students, future trainees, and anyone curious about the breadth of roles available in international law firms beyond traditional practice areas.