Frances Walsh is a dedicated legal professional serving as Special Counsel at EMA Legal, bringing significant expertise and commitment to her role. With a robust educational foundation from Flinders University, where she earned a Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice with Distinction, a Bachelor of International Studies, and a Bachelor of Letters in Spanish language, Frances was admitted to the Supreme Court of South Australia in October 2018. Her legal career commenced at EMA Legal as a Solicitor following a brief tenure as a law clerk. Frances has developed her career within EMA Legal, progressing from solicitor to senior associate before her current position. Her work focuses on employment law, and she is well-regarded for her adeptness in conducting independent workplace investigations, offering insightful legal guidance to employers. Before transitioning to legal practice, Frances contributed to local government by supporting Councils on policy issues, which enriched her understanding of regulatory environments. Recognised as a Rising Star in Employment and Work Health & Safety Law for South Australia from 2022 to 2023, Frances's professional affiliations include active membership in the Law Society of South Australia, the Industrial Relations Society of South Australia, and the Australian Labour and Employment Relations Association. These roles highlight her dedication to staying at the forefront of employment law, continually expanding her expertise and serving clients with diligence and integrity.
Member
Australian Red Cross
Participant
Rotary International
Special Counsel
EMA Legal
Jul 2025 - Present • 1 year 4 months
Senior Associate
EMA Legal
Oct 2022 - Jul 2025 • 2 years 9 months
Associate
EMA Legal
Dec 2020 - Oct 2022 • 1 year 10 months
Solicitor
EMA Legal
Dec 2018 - Dec 2020 • 2 years
Law Clerk
EMA Legal
Oct 2018 - Nov 2018 • 1 month
Placement
Norman Waterhouse
May 2018 - Jul 2018 • 2 months
Policy Officer
Local Government Association of South Australia (LGA of SA)
May 2018 - Dec 2018 • 7 months
Project Officer
Local Government Association of South Australia (LGA of SA)
Aug 2017 - May 2018 • 9 months
Policy Officer
Local Government Association of South Australia (LGA of SA)
May 2017 - Aug 2017 • 3 months
Volunteer
Oxfam Australia
Mar 2017 - Apr 2017 • 1 month
Participant
International Network of Universities
Jul 2016 - Aug 2016 • 1 month
Volunteer
Baptist Care (SA) Inc
May 2016 - Aug 2017 • 1 year 3 months
Bachelor of Letters (Spanish language)
Flinders University
2014 - 2018
Bachelor of Laws - LLB, Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice
Flinders University
2011 - 2018
Bachelor of International Studies
Flinders University
2011 - 2018
Rising Star; Employment and Work Health & Safety Law, South Australia
Last checked: 15 Sept 2026 • Checked with Law Society of South Australia
