Fiona Smedley
About Fiona Smedley
Fiona Smedley is a lawyer based in Sydney, AU and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Australia™ since 2010. Fiona Smedley is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Sydney, Australia
- Corporate / Governance Practice
- Derivatives
- Financial Institutions
- Funds Management
- Investment Funds
- Investment Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Regulatory Practice
Current Firm: Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
Location: Sydney, AU
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