Emma Dearnaley

Emma is a lawyer with broad experience spanning a decade as a litigator at global law firm Hogan Lovells plus diverse leadership, legal, policy and advisory roles in government and non-profits. 

Emma has expertise in bringing strategic litigation and using the law as a tool for change and accountability. She is committed to finding ambitious and fair solutions to the interconnected climate, environmental and nature crises.

Before joining River Action, Emma was Legal Director at Good Law Project where she was responsible for leading its legal campaigns to hold power to account, protect the environment and uphold the rights of people and communities. Her work at GLP included securing several positive outcomes on the issue of water pollution.

Emma is a trustee of two social justice charities – Music of Life and Cranstoun.