James Maguire
About James Maguire
James Maguire is a lawyer currently working as an Associate at Linklaters in Madrid, Spain, with a focus on restructuring, insolvency, banking, and finance. He has a diverse background in law and music, having worked in various legal roles in Australia and studied at multiple universities.
Work at Linklaters
James Maguire has been employed as a Lawyer (Associate) at Linklaters since 2019. He operates in Madrid, Spain, focusing on the Restructuring and Insolvency, Banking and Finance sectors. His role involves specialization in cross-border security uptakes and hybrid high-yield financings. He has developed expertise in front-end consents and amendments, as well as schemes of arrangement and lock-ups.
Previous Experience in Law
Prior to his current position, James Maguire worked at Ashurst as a Lawyer (Associate) from 2016 to 2019. He also held the position of Law Clerk at Ashurst for one month in 2015. Additionally, he served as a Law Clerk at the Australian Government Solicitor for one month in 2014. His early legal experience includes a role as a Law Graduate at Ashurst for ten months in 2016.
Education and Expertise
James Maguire holds a Master of Laws (Juris Doctor) from Monash University. He also studied at Penn State University, where he earned a Master of Music in Performance. His undergraduate education includes a Bachelor's Degree in Arts from the University of Melbourne and a Bachelor's Degree in Music Performance from the Victorian College of the Arts. His educational background supports his expertise in various legal and financial sectors.
Background in Legal Education
James Maguire has a background in legal education and professional development. He worked as a Technical Producer at Victorian Bar Inc. from 2013 to 2014, where he contributed to legal education initiatives in Melbourne CBD. His experience as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Penn State University from 2006 to 2008 further highlights his involvement in educational roles.
Musical Experience
In addition to his legal career, James Maguire has a background in music. He worked as a freelance musician, specifically as a Double Bassist, from 2002 to 2014, performing internationally. This experience complements his academic achievements in music performance.