JP Family Law & Mediation

Brisbane Family Lawyers

Using strategy and compassion to help you through separation. Separate better.

Book a consultation today with our Brisbane Family Law Firm

About us

Our Founder

About

JP Family Law & Mediation

Welcome to our family law firm. Our Brisbane-based family lawyers work remotely and online to offer a premium and tailored service to clients going through separation and divorce.

Operating from our base in Brisbane, South East Queensland, we know how challenging it can be to access quality legal services from regional and remote areas. We also understand that every client has their own unique needs and that this extends to the type of lawyer and family law firm they want to work with.

At JP Family Law & Mediation, we put people first.

We promise to be:

Responsive
Transparent
Resolution Focused

We dream of a day in which our services will no longer be needed.

In the meantime (and being a little more pragmatic) it is our vision to mitigate and minimise the role of the law in separation, and to work with families holistically to overcome disputes and move on with their lives.

With our Legal Practice Director, Jess Purcell, coming from a background of family, domestic violence, and child protection law, our Brisbane-based family lawyers are confident we can support and guide your family on your journey through separation, and out the other side.

Our family law solicitors and lawyers aim to empower you to make the decisions about your family’s future, rather than placing it in the hands of a court, and exhausting your time, money, and emotional stability along the way.

At JP Family Law & Mediation, we believe in the services we offer and trust in the results we can achieve.

Separation is hard. It’s time to separate better.

Our Founder

Legal Practice Director, Jess Purcell

Jess established JP Family Law & Mediation in October 2021, having began as a commercial paralegal in 2008 and being finally admitted as a lawyer in 2017.

Having worked in family law, domestic violence and child protection, Jess decided to make good use of her maternity leave by completing a Masters in Applied Laws majoring in Family Law and Family Dispute Resolution (and she looked after her baby too, don’t worry!) and created JPFLM with a view to building a practice that offered a legal service in a less traditional way.
What sets Jess apart from many other lawyers is that she has managed to cram a lifetime of personal and professional experience into a short amount of time, providing her with insight that allows her to support you through your difficult times.

Having worked in social security and child protection, Jess has additional training in mental health, substance misuse and domestic violence, and is due to complete training as an Independent Children’s Lawyer to act in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.

Outside of work, Jess would love to have some free time but is presently mum to a high energy IVF miracle dude, wife to a similar high energy dude from South Africa, spends a lot of time outside with those two and her menagerie of animals (including a pig) and would probably live in the pool if this were an option. She also lives with Crohn’s Disease which has been one of the biggest challenges in her life to date but also a huge motivator for where she is today.

Easing The Burden

Making The Complex Simple

Tailored Legal Advice

Online & Accessible

Relatable & Approachable

Responsive

Our Services

Family Law

Estate Planning

Coaching

Our Process

Book a Consultation

You can book online right here, or call us to discuss a flexible or out of hours appointment time. Our consultations provide you with a dedicated family lawyer to assess and consider your unique, individual needs.

Complete Your Forms

After booking with our family law firm, you will receive an email with some useful information and links to our initial information forms. These are easy to use and can be completed online via desktop or mobile.

Initial Consultation by Zoom

Our Brisbane-based family law solicitors will usually spend one hour with you via Zoom or phone, at your request, to review your circumstances, consider the options, and plan a way forward to resolve your matter.

Summary and Proposal

After speaking with our family lawyers, we will email you a summary of our initial advice for your information and records. We will also send out our proposal as to how we plan to move your matter forward, including an estimate of fees involved depending on how you want to progress.

Let’s Get Started!

If everything looks in order, and you are ready to get going, you can sign off on the Costs Disclosure and Client Agreement our family lawyers have sent, and we will be ready to get started. It’s time. Let’s separate better.

Jess is professional and personable. She is extremely adept in all things family law. She gave non-biased, up to date advice that was easy to understand. I'm so grateful for her help regarding my situation. Highly recommend!

I can't recommend Jess enough. She went above and beyond and kept me calm in such a stressful time in my life going through a separation. She was so approachable and very quick to respond via email, with all my questions. Great knowledge and great advice. You can tell she cares about you as a client.

Jessica helped my husband and myself put together our wills. She was prompt in her communication with us, and went above and beyond to ensure that we were happy with the end product. I found Jessica to be both personable and professional and would happily use her services again.

I chose Jess to represent me because at the time I needed someone with an empathetic and softer approach than most solicitors but was also professional with a high level of skill. Jess achieved for me a great result, she estimated a fair price and completed the work within budget. This is kind of contemporary approach the legal system needs. I thank Jess for her work and wish her great success in future.

Jessica was extremely helpful, kind and understanding throughout the process, removing a lot of the stress from the situation. She provided friendly and expert counsel at each step of the way, giving me the support I needed to create a positive outcome for all. Highly recommended

I always get a wave of calmness and confidence seeing a new message from you in my inbox, like I know it’s going to be ok!

Everything was great, and I am very glad that I found Jess to help me out with everything I needed to get my financial settlement sorted. Things were looking bleak for a while! Other lawyers had high costs and upfront payments too. So JP Family Law were wonderful and luckily quite close too!

Thank you for your assistance with my life this year.

Resources

15/04/2025

Domestic Violence and Financial Abuse: What the 2025 Law Reforms Mean for You

Not all abuse is visible. For many Queenslanders, the harm done in a relationship isn’t just physical. It can also be psychological, emotional or financial. Fortunately, the law is changing...

20/03/2025

How Much Does a Divorce Cost in Australia?

Divorce is one of the most significant life changes a person can go through, and while emotions run high, the financial side of things can also feel overwhelming. If you're...

24/01/2025

Binding Financial Agreement After Separation: What You Need to Know

Understanding financial matters after separation can be challenging. A binding financial agreement (BFA) offers a structured way to address financial disputes and protect your interests. Whether you’re exploring alternatives to...

15/11/2024

What Does Child Support Cover?

Child support helps separated parents meet their child’s financial needs, providing stability and continuity. Parents contributing to the essentials like food, clothing, and education, ensures a safe and supportive environment...

04/10/2024

What is a Consent Order in Queensland?

Separation and divorce can be emotionally challenging, and when legal matters like property settlement or parenting arrangements come into play, it’s essential to have clear, legally binding agreements. In Queensland,...

24/07/2024

Mediation for Parenting in Australia: A Guide for Families

Mediation for Parenting in Australia: A Guide for Families Parenting can be challenging, especially during and after a separation or divorce. For families in Australia, mediation for parenting offers a...

22/07/2024

Understanding The Types of Domestic Violence and Coercive Control

Domestic violence is a significant issue affecting many families, with various forms of abuse causing physical, emotional, and psychological harm. Understanding the different types of domestic violence is crucial for...

08/04/2024

Your Guide To Testamentary Trusts

A Testamentary Trust is a valuable tool in estate planning, offering both protection and peace of mind. Established through a will, these trusts activate upon the will-maker's demise, ensuring that...

22/01/2024

How to Write a Will For Your Estate Planning

Estate planning and creating a Will—it sounds complex, doesn't it? Many people put off the idea of writing their Will, thinking it's only for the wealthy or the elderly. But the...

13/10/2023

Private Family Reports: The Use Of Single Experts In Family Law

In Family Law Cases in Australia, the use of single experts for private family reports is a valuable, and sometimes necessary, practice. These single experts are typically qualified psychologists or...

06/10/2023

Asset Valuation: The Use Of Single Experts In Family Law

In Family Law matters in Australia the use of single experts for an asset valuation is an important practice. The single experts called upon are often certified professionals such as...

29/09/2023

Understanding the Power of Attorney – A Guide to Safeguarding Your Health and Finances

FAQ's

What family law services do you offer?

JP Family Law & Mediation provides legal services in family law, estate planning, and coaching. Family law services include divorce, property settlement, parenting arrangements, child support, domestic violence matters, and mediation. Estate planning services include drafting wills and powers of attorney. Coaching services cover divorce coaching and co-parenting support.

Where is your family law firm located?

Although our family lawyers are based in Brisbane, we operate remotely across Australia. We serve clients in Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria, including areas such as Jimboomba, Ipswich, Gold Coast, Toowoomba, Cairns, Grafton, Newcastle, and Byron Bay.

Why choose JP Family Law & Mediation as your family lawyer in Brisbane?

JP Family Law & Mediation was founded by Jess Purcell, a family lawyer with a background in family law, domestic violence, and child protection. Jess created a service to offer flexible, client-focused support and promote better ways to resolve family law disputes outside of court. Her approach focuses on helping people, not just applying the law. Jess believes in building strong relationships with clients by being transparent and human, recognising the challenges they face during separation.

As a firm, JP Family Law & Mediation use strategy and compassion to help you through separation. The firm also participates in initiatives like Liptember, raising funds and awareness for women’s mental health. They encourage open conversations and share personal stories to support mental well-being.

What is the process after booking a consultation?

After booking, you’ll receive an email with information and links to initial forms. An initial consultation is then conducted via Zoom or phone to assess the situation and plan a way forward. A summary of advice and a proposal, including fee estimates, are provided afterward.

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