Thomas Hughes
About Thomas Hughes
Thomas Hughes is a Corporate Counsel at Brookfield Asset Management in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with experience in both Canadian and American legal environments.
Corporate Counsel at Brookfield Asset Management
Thomas Hughes currently holds the position of Corporate Counsel at Brookfield Asset Management. He began this role in February 2023 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Brookfield Asset Management is known for managing a diverse portfolio of real estate, renewable power, infrastructure, and private equity assets globally. In this role, Hughes is responsible for providing legal counsel on corporate matters, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and supporting the company's strategic initiatives.
Corporate Lawyer at Bennett Jones
Before his current position, Thomas Hughes worked at Bennett Jones, a prominent Canadian law firm. He started as an Articling Student in 2019, gaining substantive practical experience over a period of 10 months. Following this, he transitioned to the position of Corporate Lawyer from 2020 to 2022. During his tenure at Bennett Jones, he was involved in various corporate law matters, honing his skills in legal research, client consultation, and corporate transactions.
Associate at Latham & Watkins
Thomas Hughes expanded his legal expertise in the United States by joining Latham & Watkins as an Associate in New York. He served in this role from 2022 to 2023. Latham & Watkins is an internationally recognized law firm, and during his time there, Hughes worked on high-profile cases and complex legal issues. His experience here added significant value to his understanding of international corporate law practices.
Education Background: Law Degrees
Thomas Hughes possesses a diverse and profound educational background in law. He studied at the Peter A. Allard School of Law at UBC for three years, from 2016 to 2019. Following this, he pursued further specialization in European and International Business Law by obtaining a Master of Laws (LLM) from Université Jean Moulin (Lyon III) between 2018 and 2019. These academic credentials have equipped him with a deep understanding of both Canadian and international legal frameworks.
Experience in Canadian and American Legal Environments
With professional experience spanning both Canada and the United States, Thomas Hughes is well-versed in handling legal matters in diverse jurisdictions. His roles at Bennett Jones in Canada and Latham & Watkins in the U.S. have provided him with a broad perspective on corporate law practices in North America. This dual exposure enhances his capability to navigate different legal landscapes and address the complex legal needs of multinational corporations.