Jack Calvert

Position: Trainee
Joined Calvert: 2010

Jack began his legal training after a career in the music and media industries. After completing an internship at a major record company, Jack moved into advertising where for six years he worked for the UK’s largest commercial radio company.

Jack is currently in his third seat. His first seat was in Litigation, during which he assisted two of the firm’s partners in a long-running contractual dispute in the High Court. Jack’s second and third seats are split between Company Commercial and Intellectual Property. He has been advising clients on matters including in relation to finance and security, company formation, share sale and purchase, business structure  and liquidation. Jack has also advised a number of clients in the areas of copyright, trademark and design right infringement.

Since joining the firm Jack has worked for a broad range of clients including broadcasters and other media companies, designers, architects, distributors, musicians, publishers and property developers among others.

Career History

BA Hons, German (University of Sussex)
Sony Music UK (2002-2003)
Global Radio (2003-2008)
Post Graduate Diploma in Law (University of Westminster)
Legal Practice Course (College of Law, Bloomsbury)

Interests beyond the office

Jack is a keen runner and footballer, and likes travel, food and music. Jack is also passionate about human rights and does occasional pro bono work with a charity in this area.