Matthew Hearn
About Matthew Hearn
Matthew Hearn serves as a Managing Associate at Linklaters in London, where he has worked since 2014. He specializes in corporate transactions, particularly in the financial institutions, asset management, and resources sectors.
Work at Linklaters
Matthew Hearn has served as a Managing Associate at Linklaters since 2014. He has accumulated ten years of experience in this role, operating from the firm's London office. His responsibilities include managing corporate transactions, particularly in the financial institutions, asset management, and resources sectors. Hearn has played a significant role in both public and private mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions, contributing to the firm's reputation in corporate law.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Hearn holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws (Honours) from Monash University, which he completed from 2008 to 2012. He furthered his legal education by obtaining a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the College of Law in 2013. His academic background supports his expertise in corporate transactions, particularly within the financial institutions and resources sectors.
Background
Before joining Linklaters, Matthew Hearn worked at Allens as a Lawyer from 2012 to 2014 in Melbourne, Australia. He later transitioned to BHP, where he held a position in Group Acquisitions & Divestments for six months in 2020-2021 in London, England. This diverse background in both law firms and corporate environments has equipped him with a broad perspective on corporate legal matters.
Achievements
Matthew Hearn has been involved in various public and private M&A transactions throughout his career. His specialization in corporate transactions, particularly in the financial institutions, asset management, and resources sectors, highlights his contributions to significant deals in these areas. His work at Linklaters reflects a commitment to excellence in corporate law.