Jessica Wynd LL.B, BComm, Accredited Family Law Specialist
Principal
Jessica is a Principal and an Accredited Family Law Specialist in our Family Law team. She is trained in complex financial and superannuation matters, parenting and spousal maintenance.
Experience
Background
With a deep commitment to navigating the complexities of family law, Jessica offers a wealth of experience and a compassionate yet pragmatic approach to clients facing challenging legal issues. Specializing in a range of family law matters, Jessica provides expert guidance and support in:
- Complex Financial and Superannuation Matters: Jessica excels in managing complicated financial cases, including those involving defined benefit superannuation or SMSF’s.
- Financial Agreements: Whether it’s a binding financial agreement or a child support agreement, Jessica is adept at drafting and negotiating terms that protect clients’ interests and provide clarity for the future.
- Parenting: Jessica is dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for children and families. With a focus on fostering positive parenting arrangements, Jessica works to ensure that children’s needs are prioritized.
- Spousal Maintenance: Jessica provides strategic advice and representation in matters of spousal maintenance, helping clients navigate the financial responsibilities and entitlements that arise following separation.
Drawing on extensive experience and a deep understanding of family law, Jessica is committed to providing personalized, effective solutions tailored to each client’s unique situation.
Admitted to practice in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) in 2012, Jessica has dedicated her career to the field of family law since 2011. With a strong foundation in both advocacy and complex legal matters, Jessica has developed a reputation for her expertise and commitment to achieving equitable outcomes for her clients.
Jessica’s journey began in Canberra, where she built a solid foundation in family law. In 2016, she moved to Darwin, where she spent three years tackling intricate parenting issues and representing clients as a solicitor advocate in trials. This period honed her skills in managing sensitive and challenging disputes, ensuring that the best interests of children and families were always at the forefront of her practice.
In 2019, Jessica relocated to Melbourne, where she shifted her focus to complex and high net worth financial matters. Her Melbourne practice has involved navigating the complexities of significant asset division and financial agreements, applying her deep knowledge and strategic insight to protect her clients’ interests in high-stakes situations.
With over a decade of specialized experience, Jessica brings a comprehensive understanding of family law and a practical, results-driven approach to her clients. Her background reflects a blend of rigorous legal expertise and a genuine commitment to guiding individuals through some of the most significant and emotional legal challenges they may face.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Commerce
Accredited Family Law Specialist
Memberships
Jessica is a member of the Law Institute of Victoria and the Family Law Section of the Law Council of Australia.