Brett Jones

Principal Solicitor & Solicitor Advocate Freemont Family Lawyers Melbourne, Victoria

Overview

Brett Jones is the Principal Solicitor and Solicitor Advocate at Freemont Family Lawyers, a boutique legal practice practising in family law matters. With a strong foundation in family law built through hands-on experience, Brett brings a practical and client-centered approach to his practice. He is known for his integrity, negotiation skills, and ability to handle complex matters across multiple jurisdictions. His practice emphasises honest, skilled representation, focusing on achieving excellent outcomes in sensitive family matters.

Experience

Brett has extensive courtroom experience in interim hearings as a solicitor advocate, having appeared in courts throughout Victoria. Before his admission as a lawyer, he worked as a Paralegal and Law Clerk in a boutique family law practice in Melbourne and regional Victoria. Additionally, he gained valuable experience with the Commonwealth Government's Family Assistance Office and Child Support Agency, enhancing his understanding of family-related administrative and legal processes. Brett's career has spanned a wide range of family law issues, from high-value property disputes to child protection and intervention orders, making him a versatile advocate for clients facing multifaceted challenges.

Qualifications

• Admitted as a Solicitor in Victoria (2017).
• Prior roles as Paralegal, Law Clerk, and government agency experience contributing to practical experience in family law.

Accreditations and Memberships

• Solicitor Advocate, enabling direct representation in interim court proceedings.
• Selected for Freemont Family Lawyers based on exceptional legal skills, people skills, negotiation abilities, honesty, and integrity.

Areas of Practice

Brett provides expert advice and representation in:

• Property settlements, including high-value matters involving complex financial structures.
• Divorce proceedings and matrimonial disputes.
• Parenting and child matters, encompassing family law and child protection jurisdictions.
• Intervention orders and family violence issues.
• Criminal law matters, particularly breaches of intervention orders.
• Wills, estates, probate, and letters of administration, often intersecting with family law concerns.

His approach prioritises cost-effective resolutions through negotiation and mediation where possible, while being prepared for litigation when necessary.