Tim Coles
About Tim Coles
Tim Coles serves as the Senior Editor of public law content at Practical Law Company, a position he has held since 2016. He has a background in law, having worked as a solicitor in various capacities and specializing in public, regulatory, and local government law.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Tim Coles serves as the Senior Editor for public law content at Practical Law Company, a division of Thomson Reuters. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to the development and management of resources related to public, regulatory, and local government law. His role involves overseeing content quality and ensuring that legal practitioners have access to up-to-date and relevant legal information.
Previous Experience at Fieldfisher
Prior to his current role, Tim Coles worked at Fieldfisher for six years, from 2010 to 2016. He progressed from a Trainee Solicitor, a position he held from 2008 to 2010, to an Associate Solicitor. During his tenure at Fieldfisher, he gained experience in various legal matters, enhancing his expertise in public law.
Experience at Financial Reporting Council
Tim Coles briefly worked as a Solicitor at the Financial Reporting Council in 2009 for 11 months. This role contributed to his understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance within the financial sector, further enriching his legal background.
Education and Qualifications
Tim Coles earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Warwick, completing his studies from 2002 to 2005. He furthered his legal education at BPP University, where he obtained a Graduate Diploma in Law with Commendation in 2006 and completed the Legal Practice Course with Commendation in 2007. These qualifications laid the foundation for his career in law.
Legal Specialization
Tim Coles specializes in public, regulatory, and local government law matters as part of the Public Law team at Practical Law Company. Although he holds the title of Solicitor, he is currently non-practising. His specialization enables him to provide valuable insights and resources for legal professionals in these areas.