Few litigators have walked both paths—corporate dealmaking and courtroom combat. Laura Keily has done both, and she doesn't let go. From structuring billion-dollar mergers to fighting in court against some of the biggest names in business, she brings a formidable combination of technical expertise, commercial acumen, and legal firepower. Known for defending directors who have been prosecuted by ASIC, her track record also includes landmark cases, class actions, and corporate battles that have shaped industries.
An extremely senior lawyer and former barrister, available in-house when you need it most.
Flexibility
Dial the service up or down at your discretion and in accordance with your requirements.
Transparency
The scope of retainer is clearly defined so you can take advantage of legal advice month after month.
Success
Incredible track record in high-stakes litigation and corporate law. LJ Keily knows the system.
General
Counsel
Offering a fractional GC service with over 25 years of experience spanning corporate advisory, litigation, governance, and commercial contracting, Laura is the consummate legal professional capable of driving strategic outcomes at the highest level. Laura's tenure as General Counsel and senior legal counsel for major organisations has honed her ability to provide incisive advice on complex legal and regulatory frameworks, governance, and risk management. She possesses deep expertise in the Corporations Act, M&A, insolvency, and financial services regulations, coupled with significant exposure to emerging sectors like technology.
Litigation
Laura Keily is an exceptional litigation expert, offering over a decade of experience as a barrister and 25 years in corporate law. She has successfully led complex commercial trials and appeals in the Federal and Supreme Courts, acting for and against regulators like ASIC and representing high-profile clients in class actions and corporate disputes. Renowned for her strategic thinking, meticulous preparation, and tenacity, Laura navigates litigation with precision, always prioritising risk mitigation and commercial outcomes. Her ability to distil intricate legal issues into actionable strategies makes her the perfect asset for organisations seeking unparalleled litigation expertise and results.
Mergers &
Acquisitions
Laura Keily is a powerhouse in mergers and acquisitions, executing over 50 high-stakes transactions across Australia, the UK, and globally. Her tenure at top-tier firms like Slaughter and May and leadership in major M&A deals, including multi-billion-dollar takeovers, showcases her unparalleled expertise. Laura excels in complex deal structuring, cross-border transactions, due diligence, and navigating regulatory frameworks. A pragmatic problem-solver with a sharp commercial edge, she swiftly identifies risks and delivers innovative solutions to drive success. Laura's ability to manage stakeholders and close deals makes her the ideal asset to support organisations in critical M&A transactions.
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Excellence in law
FINALIST, 2022
Innovator of the Year
Nominated once again for the Law Award that recognises the individual who has successfully implemented the most innovative project in 2021.
Produced in Australia, the Online Startup and Innovation Awards were open to the world, to all of those innovating during the global health and economic crisis.
Awarded for individual and team excellence in the area of Alternative Dispute Resolution, recognition spans both the Australian and international contexts.
Legal Tech Summit from the leading authorities on legal technology. Senior professionals are awarded for legal tech developments in an ever-changing sector.
The Women in Law Awards the Barrister of the Year for exceptional results, and for inspiring the next generation of women advocates to reach their full potential.
Since 2012 these Awards celebrate emerging female leadership across a range of industry sectors. Sharing stories of excellence, persistence, and determination