Emily O’Brien | Special Counsel
Emily is an experienced corporate and commercial lawyer who works closely with private companies across a broad range of industries. She is particularly focused on corporate structuring, governance and helping businesses prepared for investment, acquisition or exit.
Emily advises clients on developing tailored governance frameworks that align with their growth plans. She regularly collaborates with business owners, boards and external advisers to design structures that support long-term success. This can involve creating Shareholders’ Agreements, customised Constitutions, Board Charters and designing and implementing employee incentive schemes that attract and retain key talent.
Emily takes a proactive and deeply considered approach to every matter. She looks beyond the immediate issue to deliver solutions that not only address her clients’ needs, but she also provides pragmatic advice to align legal strategy with business objectives.