Jacquelyn Watson
About Jacquelyn Watson
Jacquelyn Watson is an Associate at A&O Shearman, having transitioned to this role in 2024 after serving as an Associate at Shearman & Sterling LLP for three years. She holds a JD from Columbia Law School and has experience in various legal and business roles, including positions at Morgan Stanley and Wolters Kluwer.
Work at A&O Shearman
Jacquelyn Watson currently holds the position of Associate at A&O Shearman, having joined the firm in 2024. Her role involves providing legal support and expertise in various practice areas. A&O Shearman is recognized for its global reach and commitment to delivering high-quality legal services.
Previous Experience at Shearman & Sterling LLP
Jacquelyn Watson previously worked at Shearman & Sterling LLP as an Associate from 2021 to 2024. During her tenure, she contributed to multiple legal projects and gained significant experience in corporate law. She also served as a Summer Associate at the firm in 2020, where she further developed her legal skills.
Experience at Morgan Stanley
Watson worked as a Legal Secondee at Morgan Stanley from 2023 to 2024. In this role, she provided legal assistance and support to the financial services firm, gaining insights into the intersection of law and finance.
Education and Expertise
Jacquelyn Watson earned her Doctor of Law (JD) degree from Columbia Law School, completing her studies from 2018 to 2021. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor’s Degree from the Questrom School of Business at Boston University, where she studied from 2014 to 2018. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both law and business.
Internship and Early Career
Before her legal career, Jacquelyn Watson gained experience as a Product Management Intern at Wolters Kluwer from 2016 to 2019. She also worked as an Event Coordinator at Pearl Network Solutions Inc from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, she served as a Summer Law Clerk at Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins, Ltd. in 2019, where she further honed her legal skills.