James Halliday
Areas of Practice
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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