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Senior Associate | Family Law Team Leader

James Halliday

Areas of Practice

Property Settlements Parenting Arrangements Binding Financial Agreements Spousal Maintenance Child Support Divorce & Separation Family Law Litigation
James Halliday

About James

James is a senior associate | family law team leader at McCarthy Durie Lawyers, specialising in Property Settlements and Parenting Arrangements.

Specialisation

Property Settlements

Location

Brisbane, QLD

Role

Senior Associate | Family Law Team Leader

With over a decade of experience in family law, James is known for his compassionate yet strategic approach to resolving complex property and parenting matters. He has successfully represented married, de facto, and same-sex couples across a wide range of issues, including Binding Financial Agreements, spousal maintenance, and child support.

James understands that separation and divorce are among the most emotionally and financially challenging experiences a person can face. That's why he prioritises negotiated settlements wherever possible, believing that out-of-court resolutions offer the best outcomes by minimising stress, costs, and delays for his clients.

When litigation becomes necessary, James is a confident and capable advocate, regularly appearing before the Federal Circuit Court and the Family Court to ensure his clients' rights and interests are protected.

James' clients value his calm, practical advice and his unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible results, whether through negotiation or litigation.

Qualifications: Bachelor of Laws – Queensland University of Technology (2004); Bachelor of Commerce – University of Queensland (2002). Memberships: Queensland Law Society; Family Law Practitioners Association of Queensland.

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