Courtney E. Brady
About Courtney E. Brady
Courtney E. Brady serves as the Director and Senior Counsel for General Corporate & Finance at Inspire Brands, where she has worked since 2023. With a background in corporate law, she has extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions and provides legal support for a diverse portfolio of well-known brands.
Current Role at Inspire Brands
Courtney E. Brady serves as the Director and Senior Counsel for General Corporate & Finance at Inspire Brands. She has held this position since 2023, following her previous role as Manager - Counsel in the same department from 2020 to 2023. In her current capacity, she is involved in providing legal support for a diverse portfolio of well-known brands, including Arby’s, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin’, Jimmy John’s, and Sonic. Her responsibilities include handling complex commercial transactions and structured financings.
Previous Experience at Inspire Brands
Before her current role, Courtney E. Brady worked at Inspire Brands as Manager - Counsel for General Corporate & Finance from 2020 to 2023. During this time, she was actively involved in mergers and acquisitions activities, supporting the company's growth and strategic initiatives. Her experience in this role laid the foundation for her advancement to Director, where she continues to contribute to the legal framework of the organization.
Legal Career at Jimmy John's
Courtney E. Brady began her legal career at Jimmy John's, where she worked as Associate Corporate Counsel from 2015 to 2020. In this role, she provided legal guidance on various corporate matters. Prior to this position, she served as a Legal Intern at Jimmy John's from 2014 to 2015. This early experience in the corporate legal environment equipped her with the skills necessary for her subsequent roles in corporate law.
Educational Background
Courtney E. Brady earned her Doctor of Law (J.D.) from the University of Illinois College of Law, where she studied from 2012 to 2015. Prior to her law degree, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, completing her studies from 2008 to 2012. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her legal expertise in corporate and finance matters.
Expertise in Corporate Law
Courtney E. Brady specializes in general business and corporate counseling. Her expertise encompasses handling complex commercial transactions and structured financings. She plays a crucial role in supporting Inspire Brands and its subsidiaries in various legal matters, ensuring compliance and facilitating business operations across the organization.