Relentless. Principled. Client-centered.
Emma represents clients in commercial litigation matters, navigating contract disputes and other business-related controversies. Also a member of the firm’s Business Restructuring & Insolvency group, she works closely with creditors, debtors, and fiduciaries to handle complex bankruptcy and financial disputes.
A former Senior Trial Counsel with the US Department of Justice, Emma has handled high-stakes, high-dollar value federal litigation, often involving extremely complex legal issues. With experience managing public-facing, complicated cases at the federal level, Emma brings a balanced perspective, rigor, and stoicism to every matter.
What she's great at
Emma supports clients with all stages of complex litigation and restructuring matters, including:
- Bankruptcy-related adversary proceedings and appeals
- State-court receiverships and fiduciary disputes
- Commercial litigation involving contract and business disputes
- Developing effective strategies to resolve complex financial and legal challenges
How she delivers
Emma approaches each matter with strategic focus and careful attention to detail. She is known for her steady judgment in high-pressure situations and her ability to manage complex cases with efficiency and clarity. Her collaborative style helps ensure seamless coordination across practice areas and effective client communication.
Why you'll enjoy working with her
Emma brings a thoughtful, human-centered approach to every case. She listens carefully, communicates directly, and treats every client’s stakes as though they were her own. Colleagues appreciate her sharp analytical mind and her ability to remain grounded under pressure.
Who she is off the clock
A lifelong Mainer, Emma is deeply committed to public service and previously served as the Legal Director for the American Civil Liberties Union of Maine. She is currently a board member of the Casco Bay Trail Alliance, an organization working to create a long-distance multi-use trail connecting Portland, Lewiston/Auburn, and Brunswick. When she’s not working, you’ll likely find her in her garden or walking in the woods with her husband and treeing walker coonhound.