Philip Wells
About Philip Wells
Philip Wells is a Senior Associate specializing in cross-border restructurings and distressed situations at A&O Shearman. He has extensive experience in restructuring and private credit, having previously worked at Goldman Sachs and currently serving as Legal Counsel at PIMCO.
Work at A&O Shearman
Philip Wells has been a Senior Associate at A&O Shearman since 2021. His role focuses on cross-border restructurings and distressed situations. Prior to his current position, he worked at A&O Shearman as an Associate from 2016 to 2021 and as a Trainee from 2014 to 2016. During his time at the firm, he gained extensive experience in restructuring and private credit opportunities.
Current Role at PIMCO
Since 2023, Philip Wells has been working at PIMCO as Legal Counsel for Alternative Credit & Private Strategies on secondment. His responsibilities include focusing on alternative credit and private strategies, leveraging his expertise in distressed situations and restructuring.
Education and Expertise
Philip Wells studied at The University of Sheffield, where he earned a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from 2009 to 2012 and a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Commercial Law from 2012 to 2013. He also studied at The University of Law, where he completed the Legal Practice Course (LPC). His educational background supports his specialization in cross-border restructurings and distressed situations.
Previous Experience at Goldman Sachs
Philip Wells worked as a Legal Secondee in the Financing Group at Goldman Sachs for six months in 2016. This experience provided him with insights into financing and restructuring within a prominent financial institution.
Internship at Northwestern University School of Law
In 2012, Philip Wells served as a Student Intern and Seconded Researcher at Northwestern University School of Law for one month. This internship contributed to his legal training and provided him with practical experience in a research environment.