Lawrence Tasker
About Lawrence Tasker
Lawrence Tasker is an Associate Product Manager at Thomson Reuters, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in law and product management, with previous roles at Boyce Family Law & Mediation and experience in legal analysis and research.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Lawrence Tasker has been employed at Thomson Reuters as an Associate Product Manager since 2021. In this role, he became the Product Manager of two cross-functioning scrum teams, focusing on the development and delivery of new capabilities for the Westlaw platform. Tasker has produced proof of concepts for prospective features and collaborated with US and UK customer experience teams to create a global benchmarking study for the platform. His responsibilities include overseeing the maintenance and enhancement of the Westlaw platform.
Previous Experience in Law
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Lawrence Tasker worked at Boyce Family Law & Mediation in various capacities. He served as a Lawyer for five months in 2017 and as an Associate from 2018 to 2019 for nine months. Additionally, he worked as a Law Graduate for seven months in 2017. His legal experience also includes a role as Assistant Coordinator at Justice Action from 2015 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Lawrence Tasker holds a Doctor of Law (JD) from the University of Sydney, where he studied from 2014 to 2016. He also earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Conflict Resolution and Mediation from Tel Aviv University in 2012. His undergraduate education includes a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Egyptology from the University of Liverpool, completed in 2011. Tasker has developed expertise in legal analysis, product management, and conflict resolution throughout his academic and professional journey.
Research and Projects
During his tenure at Thomson Reuters, Lawrence Tasker produced research reports assessing the viability of a case law product for the Middle East and Asian markets. He has also evaluated case data, summarizing findings for over 10,000 cases across various legal practice areas. His involvement in the Tel Dor Project as an Archaeological Excavator in 2010 further showcases his diverse skill set and ability to engage in multidisciplinary projects.
Volunteer and Internship Experience
Lawrence Tasker has engaged in various volunteer and internship roles that complement his professional experience. He volunteered at The Garstang Museum at the University of Liverpool from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, he interned at the Petrie Museum at University College London for one month in 2010. Tasker also served as a Student Representative at the University of Liverpool from 2008 to 2011, contributing to the Undergraduate Student Staff Liaison Committee.