Denton Wilde Sapte’s role as adviser to Equitable Life is set to come under the spotlight following a push by policyholders to review the role of advisers in its House of Lords battle over disputed benefits.

Equitable Life Policyholders Action Group (EPHAG), has accepted an invitation from Equitable to nominate three firms to review the performance of Equitable’s advisers, including Dentons, amid concerns over the handling of the dispute.