Laura Connelly is the Business Development Manager for our corporate, financial services regulatory, family, and restructuring and insolvency teams. She works closely with partners and fee earners to shape and deliver strategic business development plans, support key client relationships and drive opportunities.

With over ten years’ experience in marketing and business development roles within Scottish and Canadian law firms, Laura brings a depth of sector knowledge, an international perspective, and a collaborative approach to supporting fee earners. Before joining Burness Paull, she held a senior marketing role in a national Canadian firm, where she supported multi‑jurisdictional teams across practice areas. 

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