Sam Lucas
About Sam Lucas
Sam Lucas is a Vacation Clerk at Linklaters in London, England, with a background in Economics, Marketing, and Law from the University of Melbourne. He has diverse work experience, including roles as a Backcountry Ski Guide in Japan and a Junior Analyst at the ACCC.
Work at Linklaters
Sam Lucas has been employed as a Vacation Clerk at Linklaters since 2022. In this role, he has gained experience in a leading international law firm located in London, England. His responsibilities include assisting legal teams with various tasks and gaining exposure to the legal profession. His tenure at Linklaters has provided him with valuable insights into the workings of a global law firm.
Education and Expertise
Sam Lucas studied at the University of Melbourne, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Marketing from 2016 to 2018. He furthered his education by pursuing a Juris Doctor at the same institution, completing it from 2020 to 2023. His academic background equips him with a strong foundation in both business and legal principles, with a particular interest in digital platform and data regulation, as well as climate regulation and law.
Background
Before entering the legal field, Sam Lucas worked in various roles that contributed to his diverse background. He served as a Backcountry Ski Guide at Journey Into Japan in Furano, Hokkaido, from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, he worked as a Sales Assistant at EMC - Eastern Mountain Centre in Melbourne from 2017 to 2018 and at Kathmandu in Bondi Junction for a brief period in 2016. These experiences provided him with skills in customer service and outdoor leadership.
Achievements
Sam Lucas participated in the Wattle Fellowship, a program designed to support students in making a positive impact through various initiatives such as retreats, workshops, and mentoring opportunities. This involvement reflects his commitment to personal and professional development. He also worked as a Junior Analyst at the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) from 2021 to 2022, where he gained analytical experience in a regulatory environment.