Lauren O’Brien

Lauren O'Brien serves as the Director and Practice Leader, bringing 20 years of dedicated experience in commercial and property law. Her legal journey began humbly as an office junior, progressively advancing through various roles while completing her law degree. This trajectory included co-founding onthehouse.com.au, which evolved into an ASX-listed company, showcasing her entrepreneurial spirit. Lauren's diverse background spans engagements with small and large firms, as well as an in-house tenure at the Eagle Boys Pizza head office. Known for her down-to-earth yet professional demeanour, Lauren combines her legal and business acumen to offer comprehensive advice. Her firsthand experience of the challenges in start-ups and business ownership enables her to provide practical solutions that integrate commercial insight with legal expertise. With a personal history of entrepreneurial ventures, she is particularly passionate about supporting clients through the start-up and growth phases. Lauren's involvement with By Lawyers Australia & New Zealand as an author reflects her commitment to accessible legal guidance. Her leadership at The Small Business Lawyer further underscores her dedication to practical legal solutions in commercial law, property, leasing, and franchising. Her earlier roles at DBL Solicitors and O'Reilly Lillicrap Solicitors honed her expertise, while her paralegal positions provided a robust foundation in conveyancing and intellectual property, among others. Her educational credentials include a Bachelor of Laws from Southern Cross University and a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from The Australian National University, solidifying her comprehensive legal foundation. Lauren's unique blend of experience and entrepreneurial insight makes her a valuable partner for clients navigating the complexities of commercial and property law.