Caitlin Cornish

Caitlin is based in the firm’s Sydney office and is a valued member of the Leasing Team. Prior to joining Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers, she practised as a solicitor at a law firm specialising in retail and commercial leasing where she gained broad experience advising landlord and tenants across a range of leasing matters.

Caitlin assists clients on retail and commercial leasing transactions for small, medium and large enterprises as well as individuals. Her experience includes preparing and negotiating leases assignments of lease, variations of lease, concession agreements and surrenders. She regularly acts for both landlords and tenants, providing practical and tailored advice.

Prior to her admission as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of New South Wales in 2025, Caitlin completed a Bachelor of Laws/Arts, majoring in applied psychology. Her legal and academic background enables her to approach matters with a strong appreciation of both the legal and interpersonal aspects of client relationships and negotiations.

“I understand that no two clients, businesses or transactions are the same. I take a practical and client focused approach, working to understand what is most important to each client and their business by providing practical legal solutions that support their commercial goals. My aim is to guide clients through complex leasing matters with clarity, confidence with a focus on achieving a positive outcome.”

Key Professional Achievements

• Caitlin joined Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers in September 2026 as a Lawyer.
• She holds a Bachelor of Laws/Arts (Applied Psychology) from the University of Notre Dame Australia (2025).
• She received commendations for academic excellence in 2023 and 2024.
• Caitlin was awarded first in a course for Special Topics in Law II: Advanced Criminal Law in 2023.
• In her first year of University, she was awarded winner of the Junior Mooting Competition (2018).
• Caitlin was admitted to the Supreme Court of NSW in October 2025.