Experience and Background

Laura is a Director in the Commercial, Technology, Media & IP team, specialising in advising clients in science & technology, higher education and the creative industries. Prior to joining Howes Percival, she was a senior in-house lawyer for the higher education regulator, which involved working closely with central government and devising new legislation. She has also worked in-house for large international businesses in the science, technology, aerospace & defence sectors, and began her career in litigation.

  • 2026 - present: Howes Percival LLP, Legal Director
  • 2020 - 2025: The Office for Students, Senior Legal Adviser
  • 2019 - 2020: The Office for Students, Legal Adviser
  • 2017 - 2019:  Dyson Technology Ltd,.Legal Counsel
  • 2013 - 2017: Eversheds Sutherland LLP, Associate
  • 2013: BAE Systems Plc, Secondee, 
  • 2011 - 2013: Blake Lapthorn LLP, Trainee Solicitor
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Our multi-faceted Government & Public Sector team combines legal expertise with in-depth sector knowledge to provide you with a full range of legal advice…

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Technology and Innovation

Technology in business is our passion. Our team has an in-depth knowledge of the challenges of adopting new technology and implementing innovative products…

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