Emily Ryan

Associate  |  Corporate and Commercial

Brisbane

(07) 3014 6581

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Emily is hardworkingapproachable, and dedicated to delivering practical and effective solutions for her clients.”

Emily is an Associate in the Tax and Private Advisory Team at McInnes Wilson Lawyers,  and was admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland as a solicitor in February 2023. She has significant experience assisting clients with estate planning, trust management, and self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs).

Emily specialises in preparing tailored estate planning documents to address complex family dynamics, ensuring her clients’ wishes are clearly set out and their objectives achieved. Her expertise also includes establishing SMSFs, drafting binding death benefit nominations, structuring limited recourse borrowing arrangements, and preparing related party lending documents.

With a focus on practical and effective solutions, Emily helps clients navigate complex legal and financial challenges, providing clarity and peace of mind through every stage of the process.

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CAREER Information

Key Specialisations

  • Commercial
  • Taxation and Revenue
  • Superannuation
  • Wills and Estates

Qualifications

  • Bachelor Of Business and Laws, Queensland University of Technology
  • Graduate Diploma of Applied Tax Law, The Tax Institute
  • Chartered Tax Advisor, The Tax Institute

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Client Solutions

Trustee Client
Wills and estates
Client problem

When completing a review of the trust deed history for the trust where a client was the trustee, it was discovered that the client was not the appointor of the trust and that there was exposure for a relative to take control of the trust.

outcome achieved

Emily was able to identify the issue quickly and prepare documents to resolve the issue and provide the client with certainty about the future control of the trust.

Private Client
wills and estates
Client problem

The client requested complex estate planning documents to address their blended family dynamics. They wanted to ensure the surviving spouse would have access to the assets upon their passing while also providing for their own children and the children of their spouse.

outcome achieved

Emily successfully prepared a will that achieved the client’s objectives, providing comfort that their wishes were clearly outlined in the event of their passing.

Superannuation Client
superannuation
Client problem

Clients required assistance with a range of complex matters related to their self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs), including establishing the fund, ensuring compliance with regulations, and addressing specific financial and estate planning needs.

outcome achieved

Emily provided comprehensive support to SMSF clients by assisting with the establishment of their funds, preparing binding death benefit nominations, structuring limited recourse borrowing arrangements, and drafting related party lending documents to achieve their financial and estate planning objectives.

insights

MCW Trust Series – Can the trustee delegate their powers?
MCW Trust Series – Who can be appointed as a trustee?
MCW Trust Series – What are the powers of the trustee?
MCW Trust Series – How are trustees removed and appointed?
Changes to Non-arm’s Length Income for Superannuation Funds
Property Development & SMSFs: TA 2023/2 Guide

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Get in touch with Emily Ryan today

Brisbane

(07) 3014 6581

eryan@mcw.com.au