Thomas Kleba
About Thomas Kleba
Thomas Kleba is a Senior Associate at A&O Shearman in London, having previously worked at various law firms including Linklaters and Uría Menéndez. He holds a Bachelor of Laws from Universidade Católica Portuguesa and a Master of Laws in European and Global Context from Católica Global School of Law.
Work at A&O Shearman
Thomas Kleba currently holds the position of Senior Associate at A&O Shearman, where he has been employed since 2024. His role is based in the London region of the United Kingdom, and he works on-site. This position follows a series of legal roles in various prestigious firms, showcasing his expertise in the legal sector.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Kleba earned his Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Universidade Católica Portuguesa, completing his studies from 2010 to 2015. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Laws (LLM) in Law in an European and Global Context from Católica Global School of Law, where he studied from 2015 to 2016. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his legal practice.
Previous Legal Experience
Before joining A&O Shearman, Thomas Kleba accumulated significant legal experience across various firms. He worked as an Associate at Linklaters from 2018 to 2022 in Luxembourg. He also served as a Leverage Finance / Fund Finance Associate at Allen & Overy from 2022 to 2024. Additionally, he held the position of Junior Associate at Uría Menéndez from 2016 to 2018.
Teaching Experience
In 2017, Thomas Kleba served as a Teaching Assistant Professor at CATÓLICA GLOBAL SCHOOL OF LAW for one month. This role contributed to his professional development and allowed him to engage with students in the field of law.
Internships and Early Career
Thomas Kleba began his legal career with several internships. He worked as a Summer Legal Intern at PLMJ - Sociedade de Advogados, RL in 2015, and completed summer internships at NOVO BANCO in 2012 and Albuquerque & Associados in 2013. These early experiences provided him with practical insights into the legal profession.