Mary Hughes

Mary Hughes is a paralegal at Crain & Wooley with a well-rounded background in technology, law, and psychology. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer & Digital Forensics and a Master of Science in Criminology with a focus in Forensic Psychology.

Mary’s career includes roles in higher education, 911 and police dispatch, and mental health and hospital environments. These experiences strengthened her ability to remain calm under pressure, communicate clearly, and support individuals during challenging moments. For the past four years, she has focused on estate planning where she specializes in legal drafting, document management, research, and operational process improvement.

Mary enjoys learning about each client and crafting estate planning documents that honor their wishes while helping guide their loved ones during what can be an overwhelming time. She values being part of a team that cares deeply about the quality of its work and is committed to providing compassionate support to every Crain & Wooley client.