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.
Principal Solicitor
MK Family Law
Jul 2014 - Present • 12 years 4 months
Solicitor - Family Law
Law Solutions
Sep 2013 - Jul 2014 • 10 months
Solicitor
The Law Office, Cairns
Nov 2012 - Sep 2013 • 10 months
Solicitor
Grace Law
May 2012 - Nov 2012 • 6 months
Solicitor
Bevan & Griffin Solicitors
Jun 2010 - May 2012 • 1 year 11 months
Legal Clerk
Townsville Magistrates Court
Aug 2008 - Jun 2010 • 1 year 10 months
Legal Clerk
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Legal Services
Dec 2007 - Jul 2008 • 7 months
Legal Clerk
Pipers Trademark and Patent Attorney
Oct 2007 - Dec 2007 • 2 months
Clerk of the Court
UK Ministry of Justice
Mar 2006 - Sep 2007 • 1 year 6 months
Masters of Applied Law
The College of Law Australia
2013 - 2015
Law
College of Law, Sydney
2010
Australian Constitutional Law
University of Sydney
2009
Fully Accredited Police Station Representative
Central Law Training
2003
Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
University of Lancashire
2000 - 2002
Bachelor of Laws
University of Lancashire
1996 - 2000
Last checked: 23 Apr 2026 • Checked with Victorian Legal Services Board
