Donald Smith

Donald Smith is a legal professional with significant experience in various prestigious firms and organizations. Currently a Partner at Shepherd and Wedderburn since September 2025, Donald Smith previously served as General Counsel at Argenta from 2023 to 2025. Donald Smith held the role of Partner at Dentons from 2017 to 2022, also serving as Counsel during this time. Prior experience includes the position of Director at Maclay Murray & Spens LLP from 2016 to 2017, and Senior Counsel in M&A Legal at BP from 2013 to 2016. Donald Smith began a professional career in law at Linklaters LLP, where activities as a Managing Associate spanned from 2003 to 2013. Academic qualifications include a Law (LLB) Hons. degree from The University of Edinburgh (1996 - 2000) and additional studies at Nottingham Law School from 2000 to 2002.