Client-first . Professional. Clear.
Mary-Lee joined CPC Lawyers in 2022 as a Senior Associate, bringing more than forty years of legal experience to the firm. Her depth of knowledge strengthens the practice across several core areas, including Debt Collection, Commercial Law, Litigation, Wills and Estate Planning, and Estate Administration. Mary-Lee distinguishes herself by delivering empathetic and pragmatic guidance, emphasising support through every step of the legal journey.
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A natural mentor, she plays a key role in developing junior practitioners within the firm. Her early interest in both teaching and the law shaped her career, and she has long valued the opportunity to support paralegals and emerging solicitors as they grow in confidence and capability. This dedication to nurturing talent remains an integral part of her contribution to CPC Lawyers.
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Mary-Lee is known for setting clear expectations and explaining processes in a straightforward way, recognising how stressful legal issues can be for clients. She prioritises open communication and reassurance, working to ensure clients feel supported from the outset.
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Her career has included time with a regional practice, where she built strong relationships within rural communities and appreciated the connection found in country areas. She often reflects on the many interesting and generous individuals she has met throughout her years in practice.
Outside work, Mary-Lee enjoys cooking, reading, and local events like chilli festivals, Writer’s Week, the Cabaret Festival. She is a proud dog owner and an enthusiastic gardener, maintaining more than 100 chilli plants at home in a wide range of colours and heat levels.
Her longstanding fascination with chilli varieties is matched only by her wish for a superpower, hands immune to capsaicin. She also has a keen interest in languages and would choose to speak Spanish fluently, inspired by its global reach and her desire to explore Spain’s food, culture and coastal destinations.
