Anne Marie is a Learning and Development Consultant at MKB Law. Having co-founded the business alongside Gordon McElroy in October 2003, Anne Marie went on to establish and lead the Family Law department. During this time, she built a highly regarded matrimonial practice acting for high-net-worth clients such as business owners and family company directors. On her retirement from the department in June 2025, leadership passed to her successor, Kelly Shaw.

Today, Anne Marie focuses on the continued development of legal and professional capability across the firm. Drawing on her extensive experience in practice, she has a strong understanding of client needs and long-term objectives, and works to ensure that all staff are equipped not only to meet these expectations, but to deliver an exceptional standard of service.

Her remit includes the development of both technical expertise and essential interpersonal skills, ensuring that client service is delivered with both competence and commercial awareness. She places particular emphasis on the importance of continuous professional development, including up-to-date training in legal developments, legislative change and evolving technology within the legal sector.

Anne Marie works collaboratively with the Directors to support the ongoing development of all MKB Law employees, including solicitors and paralegals, helping to strengthen capability across all levels of the firm. This reflects the firm’s wider commitment to enhancing the client experience, where client feedback and recommendations remain central to continued growth and reputation.