An experienced superannuation and financial services specialist has joined Bartier Perry as a partner.
Following stints at EY’s financial services law practice and as a partner at Piper Alderman, Lisa-Marie McKechnie has brought almost three decades of experience over to Bartier Perry.
CEO Riana Steyn said McKechnie has “unrivalled knowledge” of regulation and the ever-changing superannuation sector, “along with deep expertise in contracts, data protection and privacy”.
“She stands out for the length and breadth of her client relationships, but also for her strong commitment to mentoring, inspiring and motivating the next generation of young women lawyers.
“Working alongside our corporate team, Lisa-Marie will help deliver on our growth strategy to provide clients with a full-service offering in superannuation and financial services,” Steyn said.
McKechnie has contributed to ASFA’s professional development program and designed director training for a number of super fund boards on the key pillars of the regime.
This included requirements of the financial accountability regime, CPS 230 operational resilience, and SPS 515 strategic planning and member outcomes for key clients.
On her move, McKechnie said Bartier Perry’s culture was the drawcard, which aligned with both hers and her client’s needs.
“The superannuation sector has always been highly regulated, but scrutiny from regulators is only intensifying.
“Super funds need to retain and grow their membership while operating within the strict regulatory regime.
“They require legal solutions that align with both the regime and their own risk appetite and trusted colleagues they can call on to assist them with specific legal issues,” McKechnie said.
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