Leadership
Our founding partners use cutting-edge legal technology to forge a way to practice law as it was always meant to be: with honesty, uncompromised and unbowed.
Ernest (“EJ”) A. Cox IV
EJ Cox is a business litigator, having cut his teeth at one of Florida’s most respected full-service business law firms. There, EJ litigated high-stakes commercial disputes and earned a reputation for meticulous preparation, principled advocacy, and a results-oriented approach.
EJ’s clients turn to him because he is invested in their lives and businesses. EJ is adept at charting efficient and value-preserving strategies, and is a credible threat in the courtroom and at the bargaining table.
When acting as a legal operations advisor, EJ combines his depth and facility with AI technology & systems with his mission to preserve the role trusted advocates must play, so our legal system and the profession of law thrive in the coming generations.
EJ is a committed philanthropist, actively involved in initiatives both at home and abroad in support of education, social equity, learning & development, and access to justice.
📞 +1 (720) 882-4256
✉️ ej@coxobrien.com
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Licensed in Florida and Colorado
Conor L. O’Brien
A United States Navy veteran, Conor O’Brien understands firsthand the values of discipline, accountability, and service above self.
Conor began his legal career with hands-on experience at manufacturing and sanitation companies in Cleveland, Ohio. This working-class, real world foundation shapes his pragmatic, clear-eyed approach to problem-solving and negotiation.
Today, Conor’s practice spans corporate matters and outside general counsel services, primarily in the financial, energy, and industrial sectors.
His time as in-house counsel for complex businesses has instilled a lasting appreciation for what clients truly need: clear advice, strategic thinking, high integrity and unwavering loyalty.
📞 +1 (872) 335-5557
✉️ conor@coxobrien.com
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Licensed in Illinois and Colorado
Ashley Houlihan
Ashley Houlihan transforms regulatory compliance into a strategic asset for clients navigating complex domestic and international markets. A former Assistant State Attorney with over 40 jury trials, she honed her advocacy skills in high-pressure courtroom environments before transitioning to serve as General Counsel for the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections, where she managed both legal and operational challenges at the intersection of law & democratic governance.
Ashley's leadership was tested during the COVID-19 pandemic, when she navigated unprecedented challenges to election integrity, while safeguarding democratic processes under intense public scrutiny. Currently completing her Masters in International Economics, Ashley bridges legal compliance with forward-thinking economic policy, helping businesses build resilient operations poised to thrive in complex regulatory environments.
Ashley's practice is grounded in the principle that "companies do well by doing good." By aligning ESG frameworks with economic strategy, she demonstrates how ethical governance drives measurable business value while strengthening the communities where clients operate.
Clients turn to Ashley for her unique combination of crisis-tested judgment, global perspective, and economic insight. Whether navigating regulatory investigations, structuring ESG initiatives, or entering new markets, Ashley delivers practical solutions that protect clients' interests while helping to advance their long-term goals.
📞 +1 (561) 264-1078
✉️ ashley@coxobrien.com
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Licensed in Florida