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If you and your spouse are getting a divorce and looking for expert divorce lawyers in Sydney, you may feel overwhelmed and uncertain about what to do next. Speaking with our qualified Sydney divorce lawyers can help you navigate the legal process and protect your rights. Though the next few steps will undoubtedly be difficult, James & Jaramillo are here to support your case.
Our divorce lawyers in Sydney are experienced in all aspects of divorce law, whether you require child custody lawyers, assistance with divorce orders, spousal maintenance & more. We understand that this is a difficult time for you and your family, and will work diligently to protect your best interests. In time, we can help guide you past this period and on to the next chapter of your life.
During a one-on-one consultation, our experienced divorce lawyers Sydney will help you understand the divorce process and what to expect at each step. We will also work with you to determine the best way to divide your assets and debts and help you negotiate a fair and equitable parenting plan.
If you are considering a divorce or have already filed for divorce, contact James & Jaramillo today to schedule a free consultation with one of our experienced divorce lawyers in Sydney.
With a wide range of services available, we are dedicated to helping you reach a fair and equitable settlement and move on with your life. Whether you require representation in court, help with property division, or guidance on child custody arrangements, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Don’t hesitate to contact us today for your free consultation. Our divorce lawyers Sydney have extensive experience handling a wide range of family law cases, including consent orders and domestic violence matters. We understand the complexities and emotions of divorce, and we’re here to listen to your concerns, support your needs and guide you through the legal process. Let us help you protect your rights and reach a fair settlement.
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As you embark on the next stage of life, you’ll need someone in your corner to protect your interests. We are passionate about helping our clients through the most challenging times of their lives. With years of experience, our Sydney divorce lawyers have the knowledge and compassion to help you navigate this process.
We understand that no two divorces are the same, so we tailor our services to each case. Our goal is to help you reach a fair and equitable settlement so that you can move on with your life.
Our divorce lawyers Sydney understand that going through separation and divorce can be difficult for you and your family. That’s why our team of experienced family lawyers Sydney are dedicated to providing a cost-effective, compassionate service to help you navigate the legal process and achieve a fair settlement.
Our family law services include all aspects of de facto relationships, child recovery orders, separation and divorce, and representation in family court. We understand the sensitive nature of these matters and work closely with our clients to understand their unique needs and goals. Trust our divorce & de facto lawyers guide you through the legal process and protect your rights.
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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.
As you embark on the next stage of life, you’ll need someone in your corner to protect your interests. We are passionate about helping our clients through the most challenging times of their lives. With years of experience, our divorce lawyers in Sydney have the knowledge and compassion to help you navigate this process.
We understand that no two divorces are the same, so we tailor our services to each case. Our goal is to help you reach a fair and equitable settlement so that you can move on with your life.
Contact us today for a free consultation if you are considering a divorce. We have the experience and expertise to help you through this difficult time and are also specialists when it comes to criminal law, traffic law and civil rights law. We are here to listen to your side and support your needs, whether you’re going through a difficult divorce or require expert assistance with your property settlement, our divorce and property settlement lawyers Sydney are here for you.
Visit our dedicated law blog for simple breakdowns, run-throughs, and answers to all your initial legal questions. Make an informed decision for your case now!
Before you take steps to file an Application for Divorce, you must consider whether you meet the following pre-conditions:
1. You must regard Australia as your home and intend to live in Australia for the foreseeable future;
2. You must be either an Australian citizen or have lived in Australia for at least 12 months prior to filing the divorce;
3. You and your spouse must have been separated for at least 12 months.; and
4. You must prove there is no reasonable likelihood of you and your spouse reconciling your relationship.
In Australia, unlike a number of other jurisdictions, we are fortunate to have a “no fault” divorce system. This means that you do not need to inform the Court of the reason for the divorce, you just need to show that the relationship has broken down irretrievably. The flow on effect from this is that your partner does not need to agree to the divorce you can take steps to have an application approved in the absence of an agreement.
There are advantages and disadvantages to either option. Filing a joint application is often much easier; there is no dispute as to facts as it is filed jointly and there is no requirement for service.
If you do choose to file a sole application it is important that you obtain sound legal advice about service requirements. Depending on the method of service, this can be one of the most complex areas of the divorce process as additional documents need to be filed in the correct form. If you do not satisfy the Court that the application has been properly served this can be fatal and your application may be dismissed.
If the respondent chooses to do so they may also file a Response to your application should they not agree with any of the facts set out. This can cause some delay in the process if not dealt with properly.
This is one of the most common questions that we are asked. The short answer is yes. You are able to file an Application for Divorce if you have been living under the same roof as long as you are able to meet some additional requirements.
The most important of these is that you will need to file evidence to prove you are in fact separated. This must come in the form of an affidavit from you and your partner or a third party setting out the circumstances in which you assert you have been living separately. There are a number of different factors the Court can take into account in determining whether you are separated, which we can assist you with.
Once you file your application you will immediately be assigned a Court date, this is whether you are required to attend or not. That date can be a number of months away depending on which registry of the Court the matter is to be heard. The divorce then comes into effect one month and one day from the date it is granted.
If there are problems with your application your matter will either be adjourned or the application will be dismissed entirely. This is why it is critical that you have an experienced lawyer by your side who will ensure that your matter is run smoothly.
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