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Meet the team

Our team

Andrew Coates
Director
Nicole Cullen
Director
Mark McGrath
Director & Notary Public
Suzanne Brown
Director

Elizabeth Smith

Senior Associate

Elizabeth commenced her legal career shortly after graduating from Bond University with a Bachelor of Laws in 2007. Returning to her hometown of Airlie Beach, she began practising in criminal and traffic law, gaining extensive firsthand experience in the courtroom. In 2011, she joined the Queensland Police Service as a civilian prosecutor for the Whitsunday region, further strengthening her advocacy skills and understanding of the justice system.

In 2016, Elizabeth returned to private practice and discovered her professional passion in family law. She is now an experienced family lawyer who assists clients with all aspects of family law matters, including divorce and separation, parenting arrangements, property settlements, and domestic violence issues.

Elizabeth enjoys working with clients from all backgrounds and appreciates the unique dynamics that each matter brings. She finds family law both challenging and rewarding, noting that the people she meets, and the often remarkable stories they share, are what make the work truly meaningful.

She understands that legal issues are frequently time-sensitive, highly personal, and emotionally charged. For that reason, Elizabeth places great importance on building trust with her clients. Her communication style is transparent, direct, and pragmatic, qualities that clients consistently value. Her focus is on guiding people through what can be an overwhelming process while helping them stay informed, supported, and in control of their circumstances.

Elizabeth divides her working week between Mackay and the Whitsundays, proudly serving families across the region.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Laws – Bond University

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice – College of Law

Memberships and Appointments

Queensland Law Society member

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Andrew Coates
Director
Nicole Cullen
Director
Mark McGrath
Director & Notary Public
Suzanne Brown
Director
Lloyd Stanger
Director
Marcus Hahn
Director
Cathy Cover
Senior Consultant
Dannielle Sanderson
Senior Associate
Meghan De Pinto-Smith
Senior Associate
Naomi Atherton (Schulte)
Senior Associate
Robert Beamish
Senior Associate
Tamara Hage
Senior Associate
Erin Gibson
Associate
Lucy Coates (nee Guye)
Associate
Hannah Smith
Senior Solicitor
Sabine Scott
Solicitor
Amy Armstrong
Solicitor
Chloe Daniel
Solicitor
Benjamin Martin
Law Graduate
Gerard Iorio
Law Graduate
Kesha Sullivan
Senior Conveyancing Consultant
Natalie Rutland
Conveyancing Paralegal
Amy Sommerfield
Conveyancing Paralegal
Shannon Baker
Conveyancing Paralegal
Charlize Tucker
Conveyancing Paralegal
Decades of experience

A step ahead

With decades of combined experience, McKays Solicitors has established a reputation for exceptional legal services in Criminal, Family, Commercial, and Property Law.

We pride ourselves on being a step ahead in all aspects of what we do - our legal representation, our knowledge and skill, our systems, our people and our client service.

Our seasoned professionals have successfully handled countless cases, earning the trust of clients in Queensland. Trust our proven track record for all your legal needs.