Your family law firm on Brisbane’s Southside

Family law firm on Brisbane’s Southside

Family lawyers that are here for you.

Get personalised support from a compassionate team of family lawyers. JMR Lawyers is here to guide you through legal practices and proceedings to achieve positive outcomes for your life and future.

Family Law

Parenting disputes, divorce and property settlements.

Domestic Violence

Representation for the aggrieved or respondent with sensitivity and care.

Criminal and Traffic Offences

From minor violations to serious offences, including license suspensions and DUIs, JMR Lawyers are here to help.

Wills & Estates

Drafting of wills and estates, estate advisory, and probate support.

What our clients say

Fiona BamfordFiona Bamford
5 months ago
This Law firm was highly recommended to me as my case was of a high end Domestic Violence. I initially went and saw Janelle Rollo with my property settlement against my Ex-husband. Well she cost me $xxxxxxx and was negligent with my case in a number of ways.. She made me pay $xxxxxxx for Mediation (which I should have been exempt from due to the DV) and on the day of Mediation my ex husband’s financial’s weren’t even credible, nothing financial was supplied by him.. Then on the day before the 12 months were up to lodge it in court, I received a letter saying that they wouldn’t represent me… I paid more in legal fees with this company than what I received in the property settlement!! I would never recommend her to any body as this put me in a worse position than when I started!!! She happily took my money and then wouldn’t even return my calls… Bad business I say and I should have reported her to the Legal Services Commission.
Scott BannermanScott Bannerman
5 months ago
Highly professional, great service with brilliant advice. I can't recommend Tiarna highly enough
James ShredJames Shred
a year ago
This Legal firm have been advising me since February 2021. Janelle has assisted me when I had nothing to my name and Porscha’s advice is second to none. Highly reccomended!
Amanda WhiteAmanda White
a year ago
Friendly, helpful, professional. Enquires are dealt with promptly. Highly recommend.
Darrin MasonDarrin Mason
a year ago
Im guessing the less than 5 star reviews are from those who didn’t get what they wanted from the process through no fault of JMR Lawyers.Update (August 2023): Our matter has now been finalised and I owe a very big thank you to Janelle and Porscha who provided a professional service which was worth every cent. Seriously, if you want someone in your corner with the experience and courage to fight for you all the way, you cannot go past JMR Lawyers.
Caleb TerrillCaleb Terrill
a year ago
I was actually recommended JMR and Janelle by another Lawyer who I had engaged previously, but didnt have capacity to help on my family law case. Excellent recommendation. I found Janelle and Tiarna to be incredibly supportive, and acted with clarity, super responsive, and genuinely listened, then advised.My most valued part was that Janelle was absolutely clear around what to expect, and how to navigate everything. She didnt sugar coat anything, and told it how it was. That set me up to be confident working through the process. Extremely grateful for that part especially.The fees were completely acceptable and I loved their clear communication on expected costs, but were also helpful in navigating small extensions where needed.In short, I cannot thank Janelle, Tiarna and the team more. I will appreciate what you did for a long time to come.Caleb
simond9777simond9777
a year ago
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND JMR LAWYERS!Janelle helped me through a very difficult time with great care, honesty, & professionalism. I cannot put into words how grateful my children & I are for everything they achieved for me when I thought everything was hopeless.I don’t usually review, however, I want to support JMR in writing because my ex-partner specifically threatened a terrible review after I was able to re-connect with my kids. It’s very sad that people will put a small financial loss ahead of children.I don’t want to enflame anyone, however, to anyone reading this – BE AWARE of any unjust or exaggeratedly poor reviews based on bitterness or revenge at justice being finally achieved.
I highly recommend JMR lawyers to take care of any complex family law matter. Janelle, the principal was knowledgeable, had effective communication both with me as the client and with the other side, and actual empathy for what I was going through. She is the first lawyer I have engaged with who has truly understood the complexity of domestic violence and the impact this has on children. Janelle was warm and comforting when needed and strong and decisive in giving advice. I felt in very safe and capable hands and will always be thankful to her. Made an awful experience bearable. Got the exact outcome I was after without having to go through a trial!
Barry WalkerBarry Walker
a year ago
I have been seeing JMR lawyers for years now to get legal guidance when I have been in a difficult personal situation that had been going on for sometime and other legals firms were not willing to take. JMR lawyers look after my matters. I can see a bit of negative feedback which reflects revenge/bitter/ negative comments from the opposition which just shows the outstanding work JMR lawyers do for clients. Leaving one star and no comments is the same negative review from people that didn't do well with the justice system. Thanks JMR lawyers, Janelle, Tracy and the rest of the team for looking after my legal matters in a very professional manner. I will come and see once I buy my property for more legal work.
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How to get started

Step 1

Get in touch with us

Enquire by calling our office or filling in our contact form. We’ll endeavour to respond within 1 business day.

Step 2

Book an initial consult

Your initial consult allows us to understand your circumstances and provide you with some preliminary advice.

Step 3

Let's work together

If you’re happy to, we’ll begin onboarding you. Here, all fees will be set out, and a client services agreement will be signed.

Why we recommend mediation as a first step

In family law matters, mediation can be a great place to start. Mediation creates a lower-pressure environment where two parties are encouraged to come to an agreement that is fair and mutually beneficial. This path is typically less emotionally taxing on both parties, prioritises any children involved, and can be more cost-effective than involving the court.

When successful, mediation can lead to a quicker resolution and,  in a lot of cases, preserve family relationships through open and productive communication.

A team dedicated to supporting you & your family

At JMR Lawyers, our legal services are based in care for you and your family. As experienced family lawyers, we have extensive knowledge and experience across parenting disputes, divorce, property settlement, and wills and estates. More importantly, we have a deep understanding of how stressful these events can be for our clients.

It's why we take a care-based approach to supporting you through these matters.

Why choose JMR Lawyers & Mediators?

Save time & money

A good family lawyer is an investment for your future. We can save you time and money by negotiating the right terms from the beginning.

Transparent fees & advice

We set fees for each stage as we go, so you always have clarity over which fees you can expect to pay as we go. Our transparent team sets clear expectations as we progress.

We work around your life

We don't expect work and your other life commitments to take a backseat throughout the process. We offer consultations online and over the phone to suit you.

Service personalised to your needs

Our team personalises how we work to you. It starts with understanding you and your needs, and shines through in our process as we work to meet those needs.

Remote appointments

Whether you're a busy professional, elderly, or have a disability, we understand making it to our office can be difficult. We offer remote appointments to make it easier on you (at an additional fee).

We're here for you

We're a highly experienced team that holds a wealth of knowledge in the family law space. It's our empathetic approach and true care for our clients that sets us apart, though.

An experienced team that cares

With 17 years in family law, our team combines an extensive knowledge and understanding of the law with care for you. We’ll go in to bat for you but we’re always transparent, too. You’ll feel supported by a team of lawyers who are upfront and honest about likely outcomes, while fighting to get the best one for you.

It's a high level of legal support, matched with care and understanding for your situation.

Family law insights

A trusted family law firm on Brisbane's Southside

JMR Lawyers is based in Springwood and supports individuals and families from Brisbane’s southern suburbs, through Logan, and down to the Gold Coast.

We're here for you.

We understand how taxing legal matters can be. With a team of compassionate lawyers ready to fight for you and your family, we’re here for you.