Robyn Coote

Robyn Coote is a leading figure at PMC Legal, serving as Practice Leader for Alternative Funds and Specialist Counsel. With over 15 years of industry expertise, Robyn has honed her skills in both private practice and in-house roles, including noteworthy tenures in Sydney and London. Her journey began at Norton Rose Fulbright, where she refined her skills in insurance litigation, demonstrating quick thinking and meticulous attention to detail. In her current role, Robyn is known for her commercial and pragmatic advice, assisting clients with fund management and financial services issues. Her experience at Minter Ellison saw her advising preeminent private equity, venture capital, and hedge fund managers on fund establishment, structuring, and investor negotiations. Robyn's strategic insights and responsive nature have earned her a reputation as a market-leading operator. In London, she served as in-house counsel at BNY Mellon and JPMorgan Chase Bank, advising on various EMEA business lines. This role afforded her a depth of experience in funds management, custody, and securities lending. At PMC Legal, Robyn advises clients on comprehensive aspects of fund formation and capital raising, focusing on private equity, venture capital, and hedge funds. She excels in navigating complex regulatory landscapes, liaising with investors and regulatory bodies, and managing fund operations. Her adept handling of licensing, disclosure requirements, and fund wind-ups is highly valued by her clients. Robyn's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Technology Sydney, along with qualifications enabling her admission as a solicitor and barrister in England and Wales. Her role at PMC Legal is complemented by her position on the Advisory Committee of Monsoon Aquatics, further highlighting her multifaceted expertise and commitment to sustainable industry practices.