Leigh Smith

Leigh Smith is a Partner at Shoosmiths LLP, having held this position since 2025. Prior to this role, they served as a Partner at Locke Lord LLP from 2022 to 2024 and gained experience at Clifford Chance LLP as an Associate from 2014 to 2015. Leigh's career began as a Trainee Solicitor at McDermott Will & Emery from 2008 to 2010, and they have worked as a Jurist at Hammarskiöld & Co. in 2005-2007. Leigh holds a Law with European Legal Studies degree from the University of Durham and advanced qualifications in Intellectual Property Law from Stockholm University and the University of Oxford.