Maryam Ziarati McLoughlin is an experienced General Counsel, Non-Executive Director (NED), and Executive Advisor, renowned for her expertise in establishing and leading legal functions for fast-growing, technology-driven companies. She recently played a pivotal role in building a high-functioning legal department for a unicorn e-commerce and payments tech company, successfully guiding it through significant milestones such as a global pandemic, restructure, $200 million acquisition, and multiple venture capital funding rounds.

Maryam is deeply passionate about technology and innovation and is committed to helping companies grow responsibly in an increasingly complex and fast-paced world. She brings a unique blend of legal acumen, strategic insight, and entrepreneurial spirit to every advisory engagement, helping businesses scale at pace while managing the associated risks. Her focus on sustainable growth means she partners with companies to build resilient, forward-thinking legal frameworks that support long-term success.

Maryam also advises businesses on complex, multi-jurisdictional restructurings and has been involved in some of the largest distressed portfolio sales in the market. She has led high-profile transactions across a range of sectors, including acting for companies navigating financial challenges, helping them to effectively manage creditors, contingency plans, and rebuild viable foundations.

A key member of the Wilson Sonsini Executive Advisory Program, she leverages her extensive industry knowledge and legal expertise to guide emerging companies and their executive teams through complex challenges. Whether assisting with high-stakes transactions, guiding restructuring and turnaround efforts, or building sustainable legal infrastructure, Maryam’s entrepreneurial insight makes her a highly sought-after advisor for businesses looking to scale sustainably and navigate the complexities of a rapidly evolving market landscape.

In 2023, Maryam was shortlisted for The Lawyer’s “General Counsel of the Year” award and regularly undertakes a number of speaking engagements focused on tech.