Peter West
About Peter West
Peter West is a Senior Associate currently working at A&O Shearman since 2024. He has a diverse legal background, having held positions at Morgan Stanley, Milbank LLP, and Simmons & Simmons, and has completed his legal education at several prestigious institutions.
Current Position at A&O Shearman
Peter West holds the position of Senior Associate at A&O Shearman, where he has been employed since 2024. His role involves providing legal expertise and support in various areas of law, contributing to the firm's client services and legal strategies.
Previous Experience at Milbank LLP
Peter West worked as an Associate at Milbank LLP from 2019 to 2024. During his five years at the firm, he gained substantial experience in legal practice, focusing on complex legal matters and client representation in London.
Legal Secondee Role at Morgan Stanley
From 2017 to 2018, Peter West served as a Legal Secondee at Morgan Stanley for a duration of six months in London. This role allowed him to work closely with the financial services sector, enhancing his understanding of legal issues in a corporate environment.
Educational Background in Law
Peter West completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) at Queen Mary University of London from 2011 to 2014. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Laws (LLM) in American Legal Studies from William & Mary Law School from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, he achieved the Legal Practice Course (LPC) at BPP Law School from 2015 to 2016.
Trainee Solicitor Experience at Simmons & Simmons
Peter West worked as a Trainee Solicitor at Simmons & Simmons from 2017 to 2019. This two-year experience provided him with practical training in various areas of law, preparing him for his subsequent roles in the legal field.