Our Team

Meet Neil Smith, an accomplished legal professional with over 15 years post qualification experience. Neil has successfully built up a strong educational background, graduating from Newcastle University with a degree in law, and pursuing further education by undertaking the LPC at Chester College of Law.

Prior to commencing his role at IHLS, Neil was a Senior Solicitor at EY Riverview Law, where he specialised in providing legal advisory and legal managed services for a multinational financial institution and global consumer goods company. His expertise spans many types of commercial contract matters, including software licences, SaaS, consultancy, research and development, and marketing. Neil also provided template and legal process support, drafted playbooks, and conducted training sessions for in-house legal teams. Prior to his time at EY Riverview law, Neil was instrumental in setting up successful financial claims departments at other firms.

Currently at IHLS, Neil will be playing a key role in supporting various clients with commercial contract reviews, and he will also be acting as General Counsel for a client during extended paternity leave.

Overall, Neil brings a wealth of experience to the table and is dedicated to providing creative, pragmatic solutions that make a real difference to the client’s business.

Fun fact: Neil once had Jackie Chan as a landlord!