Mairi Kerfoot

Mairi Kerfoot is the principal of MK Family Law, a boutique firm in Cairns, Queensland, where she provides compassionate and honest representation in family law matters. Mairi's journey in the legal profession began in 1997 as a legal clerk, leading to her admission as a solicitor in the United Kingdom in 2005. Following her move to Australia, she was admitted as a solicitor in 2010, bringing her expertise and dedication to the Australian legal landscape. Mairi's approach is driven by her commitment to honesty, respect, and integrity, ensuring clients receive transparent advice, even when it may not align with their wishes. She is dedicated to making a positive impact in family law, believing that quality legal representation should be clear and accessible. Her passion for family law is evident in the way she engages with clients, ensuring open communication across all platforms. Her career in Australia includes leading roles in various firms, notably forming a family law division at Law Solutions and managing a department at The Law Office in Cairns. Mairi has handled comprehensive family law and criminal law cases at Grace Law, advocating in various courts including the Federal Magistrates Court and the Family Court. Her previous experience also includes working with Bevan & Griffin Solicitors, where she dealt with both criminal and family law matters. Mairi's educational background is extensive, with qualifications from esteemed institutions including the University of Sydney, where she studied Australian Constitutional Law, and the University of Lancashire, where she earned her Bachelor of Laws with Honours. Her professional development is further highlighted by a Master's Degree in Applied Law from The College of Law Australia and several certifications in areas such as ethics and prison law. Throughout her career, Mairi has demonstrated a relentless drive to provide empathetic and fair legal services, underscoring her belief that everyone deserves high-quality, honest legal representation.