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At James & Jaramillo Lawyers, we understand that divorce is more than just legal matters – it’s a life-changing event that affects every aspect of your world. Our legal team of specialist divorce lawyers in North Sydney combines legal landscape expertise with genuine compassion to guide you through this challenging transition. Drawing on our extensive family law experience and deep understanding of the North Sydney court system, we provide personalised advice that considers your family member’s unique needs.
From straightforward separations to complex family law matters, our family law team is committed to helping you navigate this legal journey with confidence and clarity. Our North Sydney office serves as your local resource for comprehensive family law services. Our experienced lawyers regularly represent clients in both the Federal Circuit Court and Family Court, ensuring your family law case receives the dedicated attention and skilled advocacy it deserves.
As trusted divorce lawyers North Sydney, we provide representation across various legal proceedings, including court litigation, family law mediation, alternative dispute resolution, private negotiations, and collaborative law processes.
With years of experience in these local courts, our family law specialists ensure your family law issues are handled with the utmost proficiency and attention to detail.
While some couples manage their separation independently, having professional legal representation can be invaluable in protecting your interests and reducing stress. A good divorce lawyer in North Sydney becomes particularly crucial when dealing with:
Even in what appears to be an amicable separation, our divorce lawyers can help safeguard your future by ensuring all legal aspects are properly addressed.
Our team of accredited family law specialists offers comprehensive legal services covering every aspect of your divorce:
Divorce Applications:
Expert guidance through the application process, ensuring all documentation meets court requirements.
Asset Division:
Strategic advice on property disputes, including real estate, investments, and superannuation splitting.
Children’s Matters:
Developing practical solutions for child custody while protecting parental rights.
Financial Agreements:
Drafting and reviewing binding financial agreements, both pre and post-separation.
Dispute Resolution:
Skilled mediation and negotiation services through alternative dispute resolution to help reach amicable solutions without court intervention.
Court Representation:
Strong advocacy in court proceedings when necessary, backed by extensive litigation experience.
Child Support:
Assistance with assessment challenges, private agreements, and enforcement matters.
Tom heads our North Sydney family law services, bringing strategic insight and extensive experience to complex divorce matters. His client-focused approach has earned him a reputation for achieving exceptional results while maintaining sensitivity to his clients’ needs.
Jonathan combines his expertise in criminal law with a deep understanding of family law matters, particularly those involving domestic violence or intervention orders. His background in financial investigation proves invaluable in complex property settlements.
For a woman, it is very difficult to deal with harassment, stalking and intimidation. Last year, I have applied for APVO against my neighbour.
Although I had CCTV footages and other evidence, to actually go through the whole court process is stressful, especially because I decided to represent myself in the court. Once I stepped into the legal process the realization hit me that having evidence may not be enough to win and protect myself from the defendant. When you represent yourself, the defendant’s solicitor sees that as an easy winning for his client and uses intimidation tactics.
I have contacted several solicitors but was put off by their emotionlessness approach. I contacted Jonathan Jaramillo from James and Jaramillo Lawyers who offered free first consultation. Comprehensive information offered by Jonathan was very impressive. He listened attentively and took time to answer my questions. He did not tell me what I wanted to hear, but what I needed to hear. I decided to represent myself and asked Jonathan if he would guide me and advise me throughout the process. This would be more cost-effective for me. Regardless of the size of the case, Jonathan was from the beginning to the end extremely professional, prompt and kind. He explained everything clearly making me feel confident with the legal process.
I have managed to get Interim Order in the early stage of the process-mention, which was protecting me till the final hearing in March 2024 when I won the case. This outcome could not have been achieved without working with Jonathan and his professional guidance. I can’t speak highly enough about Jonathan Jaramillo and recommend him for anyone who is looking for a good, responsive and reliable solicitor, and a genuine person.
Maninder Kaur2023-03-30Just wanted to say we were so blessed that we chose James and Jaramillo Lawyers , couldn’t have asked for lawyers better than than . The situation and mess that we were in earlier these lawyers stepped in and took the stress of our shoulders. He took time to understand our circumstances and was always available to ease our minds and take pressure of our minds . We know we could count on him anytime. Thank you so much . Really appreciate all that you did .Martin Glascoe2023-03-28Very positive experience with J&J today. Despite late engagement, Jonathan was able to make the necessary time to assist, providing a detailed list of supporting artefacts I needed to support my case, even taking a call at 8pm! The case plan was fully explained and I felt confident the best result would be achieved. Thanks J&J team!Jennifer Vargas2023-03-23Thank you to Jonathan and Jamie for your support. I highly recommend J&J Lawyers as they are professional and effective. What a great outcome in my case... Gracias Jonathan!Michael Metherell2023-03-17Jonathan and his team are very good at what they do. I was dealing with Jonathan and his assistant Jamie, they were both extremely helpful and supportive with helping me prepare for my court case. Jonathan holds himself very professionally in court and is a confident lawyer. Considering my circumstances where not great and had a hard case, Jonathan handled it well and in result of this it all went in my favour. I highly recommend him and his team. Thank you Jonathan, I'm very greatfull to have found you.Gail2023-03-15Best lawyers ever very thorough has your best interests at heart I wouldn't goSidney C2023-03-08Positive experience & positive outcome - After being in contact with multiple different law firms, I found Jonathan was the right lawyer for us. He was very responsive (even outside working hours) and was able to provide us with one on one service. He took the time to understand our personal circumstances and was always available to ease our minds by providing clear and honest advice. Jonathan shows great confidence in his work which allowed us to place our trust in him for representation. During a highly stressful period, Jonathan definitely made the court process just that little bit easier. Your time and dedication to your work does not go unnoticed - thank you Jonathan!Jye Doyle2023-03-02I’d like to highly recommend Tom Seeney from James & Jaramillo Lawyers. Tom took me on as a client after I was struggling with a lawyer from another firm that took no care in my case. Tom has represented me in multiple cases now and has never failed to impress me with his professionalism and attention to detail, saving me from serious legal implications more times than I could’ve imagined. 5 stars, would not look past him.Angela Doyle2023-03-02I would like to highly recommend Tom Seeney. Mr Seeney took over my case at fairly short notice after my previous lawyer proved to be unsatisfactory. Tom was thorough, extremely knowledgeable about the law and professional in his demeanour at all times. I am so grateful that he took on my case as we got an outstanding outcome. Would highly recommend him. Big thank you from Jye, Liz and Anj.RIEG Wang2023-03-01I am so so grateful to find Tom to help my divorce case After almost one year with a really aweful law firm,which cost me a lot of money and put me in a very difficult position,i want to say big thank you to Tom,you are a great lawyer,but more importantly, a decent human To those who are stucking in a divorce case, i hope you can find a good lawyer like Tom and end the case soon!Mohammad Islam2023-02-26Very much professional and organised. I am really happy with the service they provided. Definitely recommend others to give them a call and book an appointment to see the difference.
Maninder Kaur2023-03-30Just wanted to say we were so blessed that we chose James and Jaramillo Lawyers , couldn’t have asked for lawyers better than than . The situation and mess that we were in earlier these lawyers stepped in and took the stress of our shoulders. He took time to understand our circumstances and was always available to ease our minds and take pressure of our minds . We know we could count on him anytime. Thank you so much . Really appreciate all that you did .Martin Glascoe2023-03-28Very positive experience with J&J today. Despite late engagement, Jonathan was able to make the necessary time to assist, providing a detailed list of supporting artefacts I needed to support my case, even taking a call at 8pm! The case plan was fully explained and I felt confident the best result would be achieved. Thanks J&J team!Jennifer Vargas2023-03-23Thank you to Jonathan and Jamie for your support. I highly recommend J&J Lawyers as they are professional and effective. What a great outcome in my case... Gracias Jonathan!Michael Metherell2023-03-17Jonathan and his team are very good at what they do. I was dealing with Jonathan and his assistant Jamie, they were both extremely helpful and supportive with helping me prepare for my court case. Jonathan holds himself very professionally in court and is a confident lawyer. Considering my circumstances where not great and had a hard case, Jonathan handled it well and in result of this it all went in my favour. I highly recommend him and his team. Thank you Jonathan, I'm very greatfull to have found you.Gail2023-03-15Best lawyers ever very thorough has your best interests at heart I wouldn't goSidney C2023-03-08Positive experience & positive outcome - After being in contact with multiple different law firms, I found Jonathan was the right lawyer for us. He was very responsive (even outside working hours) and was able to provide us with one on one service. He took the time to understand our personal circumstances and was always available to ease our minds by providing clear and honest advice. Jonathan shows great confidence in his work which allowed us to place our trust in him for representation. During a highly stressful period, Jonathan definitely made the court process just that little bit easier. Your time and dedication to your work does not go unnoticed - thank you Jonathan!Jye Doyle2023-03-02I’d like to highly recommend Tom Seeney from James & Jaramillo Lawyers. Tom took me on as a client after I was struggling with a lawyer from another firm that took no care in my case. Tom has represented me in multiple cases now and has never failed to impress me with his professionalism and attention to detail, saving me from serious legal implications more times than I could’ve imagined. 5 stars, would not look past him.Angela Doyle2023-03-02I would like to highly recommend Tom Seeney. Mr Seeney took over my case at fairly short notice after my previous lawyer proved to be unsatisfactory. Tom was thorough, extremely knowledgeable about the law and professional in his demeanour at all times. I am so grateful that he took on my case as we got an outstanding outcome. Would highly recommend him. Big thank you from Jye, Liz and Anj.RIEG Wang2023-03-01I am so so grateful to find Tom to help my divorce case After almost one year with a really aweful law firm,which cost me a lot of money and put me in a very difficult position,i want to say big thank you to Tom,you are a great lawyer,but more importantly, a decent human To those who are stucking in a divorce case, i hope you can find a good lawyer like Tom and end the case soon!Mohammad Islam2023-02-26Very much professional and organised. I am really happy with the service they provided. Definitely recommend others to give them a call and book an appointment to see the difference.
1. Meeting Legal Requirements
As expert family lawyers North Sydney, we understand that before initiating divorce proceedings in the region, you must satisfy several key legal requirements. The cornerstone of Australian divorce law is the 12-month separation period, which demonstrates the irretrievable breakdown of your marriage or de facto relationship. This separation can occur while living apart or under the same roof.
For international couples, which we frequently assist in North Sydney’s diverse community, you’ll need to demonstrate either Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or a genuine connection to Australia. Our family lawyers can help verify your eligibility and gather appropriate documentation.
2. Preparing Your Application
The divorce application process requires meticulous attention to detail. Our family law firm assists with applications through the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia’s online portal. The family law section of our practice handles both joint applications (where both parties involved agree) and sole applications. We’ll help you compile all necessary documentation, including:
3. Service Requirements
For sole applications, proper service of divorce papers is crucial. Our expert divorce lawyers understand that North Sydney’s professional demographic often means coordinating service around business hours and corporate locations. We manage this process efficiently, ensuring:
4. Court Proceedings
As accredited family law specialists, we represent clients in divorce hearings typically held at the Sydney Registry of the Federal Circuit and Family Court. If you have separated or divorced parents with children under 18, attendance is mandatory to demonstrate suitable arrangements are in place. The right family lawyer can:
5. Finalisation Process
Working with the Law Society accredited specialists ensures your divorce order properly addresses all aspects of your separation. After the court grants your order, there’s a one-month-and-one-day waiting period before finalisation. During this time, your family law case remains active, allowing for any appeals.
Understanding the Divorce Journey
The divorce process typically involves several key phases:
Initial Separation
Property and Financial Matters
Children’s Arrangements
Legal Proceedings
North Sydney Divorce Lawyers: Comprehensive Family Law Support
Our North Sydney office specialises in handling diverse family situations, from traditional marriages to de facto relationships. We understand the unique challenges faced by North Sydney’s professional community, including:
Understanding No-Fault Divorce
Australia’s no-fault divorce system simplifies the legal process by:
The timeline for divorce completion varies, typically taking 3-4 months after filing. However, related matters like property settlement might extend longer, particularly in complex cases involving substantial assets or business interests.
The court filing fee is $930 (as of 2024), with concession rates available. For complex family law matters, legal fees vary depending on the complexity of your situation. Our divorce lawyers in North Sydney provide clear fee structures and payment options during initial consultations.
Yes. We often help clients negotiate interim living arrangements, which is particularly important given North Sydney’s property market. We can assist with occupancy rights and temporary financial settlements while final arrangements are reached.
The property division considers factors like financial contributions, length of marriage, and future needs. We have extensive experience handling North Sydney’s premium real estate market and complex asset portfolios.
We have sophisticated methods for uncovering undisclosed assets and income, particularly relevant for clients whose spouses work in North Sydney’s financial sector. Our team can engage forensic accountants when necessary.
With North Sydney’s diverse international community, we regularly handle cases involving overseas assets, international custody arrangements, and cross-border legal issues.
Take the first step towards resolving your family law matters with confidence. Our North Sydney team offers strategic guidance and compassionate support through every stage of your separation. We understand the unique challenges faced by North Sydney residents and provide tailored solutions to protect your interests.
Contact us for a free consultation to discuss your situation and understand your options. Our team is available 24/7 to support you.
Call (02) 8378 8585 today to speak with one of our experienced divorce lawyers.
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