Lyle Risk
About Lyle Risk
Lyle Risk serves as the Group Head of Litigation at Entain, having transitioned to this role in 2022 after a 12-year tenure as a Senior Associate at Clifford Chance LLP in London. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in History from The University of York and multiple law qualifications from BPP Law School and The University of Law.
Work at Entain
Lyle Risk currently serves as the Group Head of Litigation at Entain, a role he has held since 2022. In this position, he is responsible for overseeing legal disputes and litigation strategies for the company. His expertise in litigation is critical for navigating the complex legal landscape of the gaming and entertainment industry.
Previous Experience at Clifford Chance LLP
Before joining Entain, Lyle Risk worked at Clifford Chance LLP as a Senior Associate from 2010 to 2022. During his 12 years at the firm, he gained extensive experience in various aspects of litigation and dispute resolution, contributing to significant legal cases and client advisories in London.
Education and Expertise
Lyle Risk has a solid educational background in law and history. He studied at BPP Law School, where he obtained a Graduate Diploma in Law from 2007 to 2008. He furthered his legal education at The University of Law, completing the Legal Practice Course from 2008 to 2009. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor's Degree in History from The University of York, which he earned from 2004 to 2007.
Secondee Lawyer Roles
Throughout his career, Lyle Risk has taken on several secondee lawyer roles, gaining practical experience in various sectors. He worked as a Secondee Lawyer at Technip for five months in 2012-2013, at Barclays Investment Bank for ten months from 2014 to 2015, and at BlackRock for six months in 2017. These positions allowed him to apply his legal skills in diverse business environments.
Educational Background
Lyle Risk's educational journey began at King's College School Wimbledon, where he studied from 1994 to 2004. He then pursued higher education at The University of York, earning a Bachelor's Degree in History from 2004 to 2007, followed by law studies at BPP Law School and The University of Law, where he completed his Graduate Diploma in Law and Legal Practice Course.