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Aaron Koffel expertly integrates legal proficiency with strategic business insights, driven by a commitment to client interests. His diverse career in private practice and significant in-house roles empowers him to offer legal counsel that aligns with commercial objectives. As a former General Counsel at a leading Fintech company, Aaron adeptly balances legal strategies with business operations to enhance clients' investments. His global perspective is crucial in today's interconnected world, as he facilitates cross-border business engagements, ensuring that commercial goals are met without compromising client rights. Aaron’s impressive achievements include guiding a US-based Fintech company through regulatory landscapes and playing a key role in establishing the AFIA Code of Lending Practice. His experience extends to setting up Australian operations for international enterprises and managing complex agreements and compliance. Notable projects include advising on acquisitions in Asia, supporting corporate buyouts, and handling financial structures for major real estate developments in Sydney. Educated at Columbia and London Business Schools and a graduate of the Royal Military College of Canberra, Aaron applies a comprehensive and disciplined approach to delivering results that align with his clients' broader business goals.
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Co-CEO
Koffels Solicitors & Barristers
Jan 2024 - Present • 2 years 10 months
Executive Director
The Advocate Fund
Aug 2019 - Present • 7 years 3 months
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Special Counsel / Chief Strategy Officer
Koffels Solicitors & Barristers
Dec 2018 - Dec 2023 • 5 years
General Counsel
On Deck Capital Australia Pty Ltd
Jul 2015 - Dec 2018 • 3 years 5 months
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Associate Director
Koffels Solicitors and Barristers
Jan 2005 - Jul 2015 • 10 years 6 months
Officer / Platoon Commander
4th/ 3rd Royal New South Wales Regiment
Jan 2002 - Jan 2005 • 3 years
EMBA-Global, Masters of Business Administration
Columbia Business School
2010 - 2012
EMBA-Global, Masters of Business Administration
London Business School
2010 - 2012
SA 8000, Lead Auditor Corporate Social Responsibility
Social Accountability International, Delhi India
2004
Masters of Law
University of Technology Sydney
2000 - 2003
Officer Training
Royal Military College of Canberra
1998 - 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology, Social Policy and Political Science
University of Sydney
1997 - 1999
Knox Grammar
1983 - 1996
Last checked: 15 May 2026 • Checked with The Law Society of NSW
