Tom Finnerty

Trainee Solicitor

Tom Finnerty

Trainee Solicitor

Tom is a fourth seat trainee solicitor in the Employment team. Having joined Clarkslegal in March 2025, Tom has completed seats with the Dispute Resolution, Corporate Commercial, and Commercial Property Teams, working closely with the partners across a broad range of matters including complex High Court proceedings and purchases of high value commercial property developments.

Tom completed a Philosophy degree at the University of Southampton, before going on to study both the GDL and LPC at the University of Law in Reading. Prior to joining Clarkslegal, he gained experience as a paralegal working in Construction Insolvency.

Tom Finnerty

Trainee Solicitor

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07 September 2026
Corporate and M&A

Frequently Asked Questions About Shareholders’ Agreements – Episode 1

Join Emma Docking and Jonathan Hayes as they explore some of the most frequently asked questions about shareholders’ agreements, including what they are, how they work alongside articles of association, and the risks of operating without one.

27 August 2026
Litigation and dispute resolution

The Highly Expedited Arbitration Provisions – ICC Rules 2026 – Factsheet

This factsheet provides an overview of the ICC’s Highly Expedited Arbitration Provisions (HEAP), outlining some of the key procedural features introduced by Appendix VI of the 2026 Rules and the potential benefits of this new expedited process.

04 August 2026
Litigation and dispute resolution

Advantages of arbitration over litigation

Arbitration is a method of resolving disputes outside the court system, with the dispute being determined by an independent arbitrator or tribunal rather than a judge. Whether a dispute is best resolved through arbitration or litigation will ultimately depend on the particular facts and circumstances of the case.

15 July 2026
Litigation and dispute resolution

ICC Arbitration Rules 2026 overhaul: The end of Terms of Reference and future trends – Episode 3

In this final episode, Jack Hobbs (Clarkslegal) and Christopher Howitt (Three Stone) discuss the impact of the ICC Arbitration Rules 2026 overhaul, focusing on the end of Terms of Reference. Hear expert insights and practical tips for adapting to the new rules.

09 July 2026
Litigation and dispute resolution

The Arbitration Act 2025 – Factsheet

This factsheet outlines the major reforms and key developments introduced by the Arbitration Act 2025, including updates on summary disposal, jurisdictional challenges, emergency arbitrators, arbitrator disclosure duties, and governing law in arbitration proceedings.

07 July 2026
Litigation and dispute resolution

Accelerating arbitration: Expedited procedures and key changes in the new ICC Rules – Episode 2

In episode 2, Jack Hobbs (Clarkslegal) and Christopher Howitt (Three Stone) explore how the latest expedited and highly expedited procedures under the ICC Arbitration Rules 2026 are transforming the landscape of dispute resolution.

Contact Tom

+44 118 960 4665 contact@clarkslegal.com