Trevor Watkins
Trevor Watkins
Trevor Watkins is a highly respected figure in the world of sports law and finance, with over 100 professionals under his leadership at Pinsent Masons, a top multinational professional services firm. With a career spanning several decades, Trevor's work has included major acquisitions and disposals of football teams, bids, and operations of major sporting events. His reputation for strategic leadership and pragmatic solutions has earned him recognition as a global top 20 influencer in the sport sector.
Trevor is also well known for his work outside of the firm as an advisory board member and trustee for several charitable organizations, including Nordoff Robins, Sported UK, and the NSPCC Sports Network. He is also the former chairman and director of AFC Bournemouth, having led the supporter campaign that ultimately rescued the club.
With degrees in Law from the University of Leeds, a Doctorate in Law from Bournemouth University, and a Master of Laws in Law from Anglia Ruskin University, Trevor's legal expertise is unmatched. He has been recognized by several publications, including Legal 500 and Chambers, for his extensive knowledge and practical experience in the sports business.