James Clarke

James Clarke has extensive legal experience, currently serving as Legal Counsel at Perch Group since February 2024. Prior to this role, James held positions at CMS UK from April 2019 to February 2024, where responsibilities included Senior Associate and Associate in Corporate law. James began a legal career at Hemingways Solicitors Limited as an Assistant Solicitor from June 2017 to March 2019, after serving as a Solicitor and Trainee Solicitor at Bury & Walkers LLP from June 2014 to June 2017. Early career experience includes roles as a Legal Helpline Advisor at Irwin Mitchell and Complaints Advisor at Plusnet Plc. Educational credentials include a Legal Practice Course (LPC) and Master of Arts (MA) in Law from The University of Sheffield, along with a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Politics from the same institution.