Louise is a Legal Director in our Corporate & Commercial Team, specialising in a wide range of commercial, corporate and employment matters.
Louise brings a practical and growth-focused approach, enabling and empowering business owners to make informed decisions about their entrepreneurial activities.
Professional Background
Louise joined Wansbroughs in 2026 after a wide ranging career during which she worked both in private practice and in-house. She set up her own legal consultancy business which she grew and then sold and so she has firsthand experience of what it is like to be an entrepreneur and business owner.
Qualified as a Solicitor in England and Wales in 2007, Louise was additionally admitted to Ireland’s Roll of Solicitors in 2024 when she was working as sole in-house Counsel for the UK and Ireland’s Cross Rental Services group.
Expertise
- Business Sales and Acquisitions – guiding clients through share and asset transactions.
- Company Structuring and Governance – advising on incorporations, restructuring, shareholder agreements and board matters.
- Startups – advising emerging companies and startup businesses and drafting and negotiating agreements to secure capital raising and angel investment.
- Commercial Contracts – drafting and negotiating agreements tailored to clients’ needs.
- Partnerships and Joint Ventures – structuring collaborative arrangements for growth.
- Brand protection – advising on securing and monetising intellectual property rights, including trade mark applications and licensing agreements.
- Employment contracts and policy reviews, drafting and negotiating settlement agreements on behalf of the employer.
- Employee share schemes to retain and provide incentives to senior management and key employees.
Approach
Louise has a ‘hands-on’ approach, really getting to know her clients and their objectives to ensure that any advice is tailored to their needs. She works closely with her clients’ tax and accountancy advisors to ensure a seamless and joined up outcome.
Client Offering
Louise supports clients across the UK, particularly focusing on the SME and owner-managed sector.