Welcome to Courts Trustees Limited
Simplifying pension matters for insolvency practitioners
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Courts Trustees specialise in helping Insolvency Practitioners deal with Pension scheme issues on a day to day basis. No job or question is too small.
Our aim is to reduce the risk of IP's breaching pension regulations by giving the correct advice and assistance. The lack of guidance in relation Defined Contribution Schemes, can make this difficult. Our expertise and close relationship with the Pensions Regulator means that we are in the best position to help.
With over 40 years of Insolvency experience our team understand the needs of Insolvency Practitioners.
Simplicity……..someone to explain what needs to be done and quite simply how much it will cost to help and how long it will take.
Since 2018 every company in the UK is required to have a pension scheme in place. With only 2 exceptions:
* Self employed individuals and Sole Directors
When IP's are appointed, the insolvent company should have a scheme in place and it is up to the IP to carry out the appropriate investigation to establish what you need to do with such scheme
This is why the company was set up. To help you.
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Courts Trustees was established in 2019 by Emma and Greg Andrews who many of you know through their work within the Industry, including Emma’s presentations at ICAEW, R3 and IPA events.
Emma and her team including Gemma Smith have over 40 years of experience in handling ERA pension claims and Trustee work, during their time with 2020 Trustees and Alexander Forbes.
With a huge growth in recent years, Emma and her team aim to provide all clients with the highest level of service. The team are only a phone call away if you need any help.
Our Services
Trust Based and Contract Based Pension Schemes
We specialize in managing both Trust Based and Contract Based Pension schemes with a focus on Defined Contribution plans.
Auto Enrolment Schemes
We offer comprehensive management and support for Auto Enrolment schemes, ensuring compliance.
Independent Trustee
Our experienced team can serve as Independent Trustees, ensuring compliance and safeguarding your pension scheme.
Final Formalities with the Pensions Regulator and HMRC
We assist with final formalities and compliance requirements with the Pensions Regulator and HMRC.
Client Reviews
"I traced an old company pension, from over 30 years ago, a company that was now in administration. After many months of chasing by myself by email and telephone calls and getting the runaround, it was decided by the liquidators that a new trustee for this pension scheme would need to be appointed. Thankfully, Emma at Courts Trustees was appointed to dissolve the old trusteeship and appoint themselves as the new trustee of the Pension Scheme. Emma guided me through the legal process and kept me up to date at all times. As soon as the new deed was executed and the forms signed, Emma was able to expedite the Pension company to make a payment to me straight away. I am very grateful for the service I have received and wouldn't hesitate to recommend Courts Trustees to anyone needing to appoint a trustee."
Meet the Team
Emma Andrews
Director
Over 17 years' experience, qualified Pension Trustee (APT), has spoken at IPA, ICAEW and ICAS events, provides pension training sessions. Read More
Gemma Smith
Executive Director
Over 14 years' experience with insolvency pension matters and has spoken at R3 events and gives free training sessions to IPs. Read More
Gareth Wharmby
Case Handler
Has been with our company for over 2 years and is a great asset to the team. Read More
Paul Hilton
Pensions Administrator and ERA Pension Specialist
With over 4 years of Pension experience. Paul is a great asset to the team and is renowned for his speed and accuracy. Read More
Greg Andrews
Director
Co-Founder and Director of the company. Greg has over 20 years experience in Insolvency dealing with some of the largest cases of all time. Read More