Henry Wells
About Henry Wells
Henry Wells is an Associate at Linklaters in London, specializing in legal and regulatory issues related to blockchain technology. He has a background in political theory and extensive experience in the legal field, having worked at various prestigious firms and institutions in Australia and the UK.
Work at Linklaters
Henry Wells has been employed at Linklaters as an Associate since 2022. His role involves providing legal services and advice, particularly in the context of complex financial transactions and regulatory compliance. Linklaters is a leading global law firm known for its expertise in various sectors, including banking, corporate, and technology law.
Previous Experience in Legal Sector
Prior to his current position, Henry Wells worked at King & Wood Mallesons in various capacities, including Solicitor and Paralegal. His tenure there spanned from 2014 to 2020, during which he advised on legal and regulatory issues related to blockchain technology and negotiated documentation for complex financial instruments. He also served as a Summer Clerk and Law Graduate at the firm.
Education and Expertise
Henry Wells holds a Master's degree in Political Theory from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), where he focused his dissertation on the (neo)republican conception of freedom and its relevance to algorithmic decision-making. He also earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and Bachelor of Arts from UNSW Australia. Additionally, he studied Computer Programming at Udacity.
Background in Alternative Finance
In 2021, Henry served as a Research Associate and Community Lead at the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance, part of the Cambridge Judge Business School. His role involved engaging with regulatory knowledge exchanges, focusing on the evolving landscape of financial technology and its implications.
Entrepreneurial Experience
Henry co-founded Liberté & Co, where he served as Director from 2016 to 2017. This role allowed him to leverage his legal expertise in a startup environment, focusing on innovative solutions within the legal and financial sectors.