A big part of my role as a corporate lawyer has been listening to clients explain the commercial terms they want in their deals.

The next step is asking the right questions that make those terms work in the real world.

Sometimes the parties have a general idea of the commercial terms they want but have not thought through the details required to put them into action. My job is to walk through those terms with clients to ensure the terms are clear, workable in practice, and compliant with the law.

It’s especially rewarding when clients start to anticipate these discussions. It’s gratifying when a client responds with, “I knew you were going to ask that!” and then provides the detail needed. That shared way of thinking keeps momentum going and helps get the deal across the line.

Over time, my work has naturally shifted towards M&A advisory, corporate governance, and helping clients navigate directors’ duties and shareholders’ rights where law and business intersect. It’s a space that requires deep understanding of law and the clients’ needs, and it’s where I’ve found the work to be more sustainable and meaningful.

This post was first posted on LinkedIn on 18 June 2025.