Sam Carroll
About Sam Carroll
Sam Carroll is a Managing Associate at Linklaters in London, specializing in debt restructurings and insolvency procedures. He has over a decade of legal experience, including a background in banking and cross-border transactions.
Work at Linklaters
Sam Carroll has been employed at Linklaters since 2010, progressing through various roles. Initially, he served as a Trainee Solicitor for two years, followed by a position as Associate Solicitor in the Banking Group from 2012 to 2016. Since 2016, he has held the title of Managing Associate. His responsibilities include advising on complex and cross-border restructuring and insolvency transactions. He also spent six months on secondment in Linklaters' New York office, where he worked on US bankruptcy matters.
Education and Expertise
Sam Carroll studied Law at the University of Exeter from 2005 to 2008, where he obtained his undergraduate degree. He furthered his legal education at the College of Law, Moorgate, completing the Legal Practice Course (LPC) from 2008 to 2009. His expertise encompasses debt restructurings, schemes of arrangement, CVAs, bank resolution, contingency planning, and formal insolvency procedures.
Background
Before joining Linklaters, Sam Carroll worked at the Financial Ombudsman Service as a Case Worker for six months in 2009. His early career experience contributed to his understanding of legal processes and client interactions, which he has applied throughout his tenure at Linklaters.
Professional Experience
Sam Carroll has accumulated extensive experience in the legal field, particularly in restructuring and insolvency. His work involves advising clients on complex transactions that often cross international borders. His background includes significant roles at Linklaters, where he has developed a strong foundation in banking and insolvency law.