James Ashcroft
About James Ashcroft
James Ashcroft is a Senior Associate specializing in Leveraged and Infrastructure Finance at A&O Shearman in London. He has extensive experience in the legal field, having previously worked at Linklaters in various roles, including Trainee Solicitor and Associate.
Work at A&O Shearman
James Ashcroft currently holds the position of Senior Associate in Leveraged and Infrastructure Finance at A&O Shearman. He has been with the firm since 2024, working on-site in the London area. His role involves providing legal expertise in complex financial transactions, focusing on leveraged finance and infrastructure projects.
Previous Experience at Linklaters
Prior to his current role, James Ashcroft worked at Linklaters for several years. He began as a Trainee Solicitor from 2015 to 2017, where he gained foundational legal experience. He then progressed to Associate from 2017 to 2021, and briefly served as Managing Associate in 2021. His tenure at Linklaters allowed him to develop expertise in various aspects of finance law.
Experience at Allen & Overy
James Ashcroft worked as a Senior Associate in Leveraged and Infrastructure Finance at Allen & Overy from 2021 to 2024. During this period, he focused on advising clients on significant financial transactions, enhancing his skills in the finance sector before transitioning to his current role at A&O Shearman.
Education and Expertise
James Ashcroft studied at King's College London, where he earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from 2011 to 2014. His education provided him with a strong legal foundation, which he has applied throughout his career in finance law, particularly in leveraged and infrastructure finance.