1. Since winning the 2023 Veuve Clicquot Bold Future Award, how has WMN Attorneys grown in terms of client base, revenue, team size, opportunities or new service offerings?
Over the past few years, I’ve made some deliberate adjustments within the firm. At one stage, a number of people joined WMN Attorneys for the wrong reasons, and that experience led me to rethink how I structure the business.
As a result, I’ve actually downsized the team while expanding our global reach. It reinforced an important lesson: a firm does not need to be large to create a meaningful impact. The work we’ve done, supported by the visibility that came with the Veuve Clicquot Bold Future Award, has allowed us to continue growing our influence and client relationships internationally.
2. Have you had a “pinch me” moment since winning the award?
Being invited to France for the Bold International Forum last year was a truly special experience. Standing in the Veuve Clicquot vineyards in Reims and having a vine named in my honour was one of those surreal moments that stay with you. It was both humbling and inspiring, and it reminded me how powerful it can be when your work is recognised on a global stage
3. Has winning strengthened your positioning in the legal sector -particularly as a woman-led firm?
Absolutely. The recognition has strengthened both the WMN Attorneys brand and the individual profiles of the team. I’ve had lawyers from around the world reach out to explore collaboration opportunities, which have opened interesting conversations and potential partnerships across borders. I’ve also become more aware of the number of lawyers, both male and female, who have told me they feel inspired to think more creatively about how they build and position their own legal practices.
4. As your firm scales, how has your approach to leadership, governance and strategic growth evolved?
One of the most important lessons I’ve learned is that not everyone in the legal profession operates with the same ethical foundation.
That realisation shaped how I approach leadership and growth. I’ve chosen to build the firm at a pace that allows me to maintain strong ethical standards and a culture of integrity. It can feel daunting at times, but it has also reinforced my commitment to leading the business in a way that reflects my values.
5. What does being part of this growing Bold alumni network mean within the traditionally conservative legal landscape?
While our businesses operate in very different sectors, our journeys as founders share many similarities.
Being part of the Bold alumni network creates space to step away from the formality of the boardroom and connect with other business owners on a more human level. There is a shared understanding of the challenges that come with building something meaningful, and that sense of connection is incredibly valuable.
6. What would you say to young women building professional services firms about the power of visibility and recognition?
Visibility and recognition can be powerful tools, but they must be anchored in strong values. I would encourage young women to remember that ethics are the foundation of any professional relationship. Recognition without a moral compass can quickly become a dangerous place to operate from. When visibility is supported by integrity and purpose, it becomes a force that strengthens both your reputation and your impact.
