Matthew Ivor Jones
About Matthew Ivor Jones
Matthew Ivor Jones is an Associate at A&O Shearman, having joined the firm in 2024. He holds a Graduate Diploma in Law and an LLM in Commercial Legal Practice from BPP University, and he has a first-class degree in History from the University of Cambridge.
Work at A&O Shearman
Matthew Ivor Jones currently serves as an Associate at A&O Shearman, a position he has held since 2024. His role involves providing legal support and expertise in various areas of law. His previous experience at Allen & Overy has contributed to his proficiency in handling complex legal matters.
Education and Expertise
Matthew studied at BPP University, where he earned a Graduate Diploma in Law from 2017 to 2018 and an LLM in Commercial Legal Practice from 2018 to 2019. He also holds a first-class degree in History from the University of Cambridge, which he completed from 2013 to 2016. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his legal career.
Background
Matthew's early education took place at Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys, where he studied from 2006 to 2013. His career began with various roles, including a Sales Specialist position at Holiday Extras from 2013 to 2014. He transitioned into finance and law, gaining experience as a Summer Analyst and M&A Investment Banking Analyst at Citi between 2015 and 2017.
Previous Experience at Allen & Overy
Matthew worked at Allen & Overy from 2019 to 2024, where he progressed from Trainee Solicitor to Associate. During this time, he completed a secondment to Bank of America, enhancing his practical legal skills. His experience at Allen & Overy included a Vacation Scheme in 2016, providing him with early exposure to the legal field.
Internship Experience
Matthew gained initial experience in the legal sector through his role as a Vacation Scheme Student at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer in 2016. This one-month internship allowed him to understand the workings of a major law firm and contributed to his decision to pursue a legal career.