Annette English

Annette English is a respected founding partner at the firm, where she has built a notable career as a commercial lawyer with a focus on the agricultural, thoroughbred, and livestock industries. Her role is pivotal in providing strategic legal solutions tailored to the needs of business owners, executives, and directors. Annette's expertise spans across business disputes, commercial litigation, contract law, and intellectual property, making her a trusted advisor within the sector. In addition to her work at the firm, Annette serves as Director at the Australian Turf Club, leveraging her comprehensive understanding of the thoroughbred industry to offer practical and informed legal and business advice. Her tenure as Managing Partner at Morgan + English Commercial Lawyers highlights her commitment to the agribusiness and thoroughbred sectors, where she applies hands-on knowledge to offer proactive and tailored advice. Annette's leadership extends to her role as a Director at Safe Industries Australia, a Work Health and Safety consultancy firm, where she aids clients in integrating effective WHS management systems to meet legislative requirements. Her involvement with Thoroughbred Recoveries further showcases her ability to blend legal acumen with specific industry insights to achieve favourable commercial outcomes. Her previous experience includes overseeing corporate and commercial practices at Equilaw Solicitors and managing significant litigation cases as a Consultant Solicitor. Annette's early work at Blake Dawson refined her skills in commercial litigation and media law, contributing to high-profile cases and solidifying her reputation as a seasoned legal professional. Annette's education underpins her extensive legal expertise, bolstered by a Master's Degree in Law from the University of Sydney and previous academic pursuits in both law and English literature. Her academic achievements and leadership roles during her studies reflect a deep commitment to her field and to lifelong learning in corporate governance, insolvency, and commercial law.