
Meet Jessica
Jessica was born in Bathurst, NSW and moved to Mackay when she was ten where she completed her schooling at Holy Spirit College. She then went on to study business and law at James Cook University in Townsville, but after a few years she discovered her main passion and transferred her studies to focus solely on her Bachelor of Laws.
On completing her degree, Jessica moved to the Sunshine Coast to complete her practical legal training but returned to Mackay after a year to be closer to her family.
Macrossan and Amiet welcomed Jessica to the team as a Trainee Solicitor on 30 March 2020. Jessica was admitted as a Solicitor in the Supreme Court of Queensland on 19 June 2020.
Jessica found her passion for family law while volunteering at Community Legal Centre and a Legal aid provider during her Bachelors degree and practical legal training. Through this experience and her experience at Macrossan & Amiet Jessica has learned the importance of dealing with clients going through the family law with compassion and empathy. Jessica is committed to ensuring her clients get through the separation process as efficiently and stress free as possible.
Outside of work Jessica is an avid reader, loves baking and enjoys spending time with her family.
Areas of Expertise
Jessica primarily practices in family law after finding her passion for it while volunteering at Community Legal Centre and a Legal aid provider.
Accreditations
Qualifications
Bachelor of Laws
Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland
Solicitor of the High Court of Australia
Affiliations
Member of Queensland Law Society
Member of Family Law Practitioners Association
Volunteer Solicitor at Mackay Regional Community Legal Centre
Executive Committee Member of Mackay District Law Association
Committee Member of North Queensland Law Association
Board Member of Mackay Children’s Contact Service
articles by Jessica
News and Insights
Can trusts be used to protect assets in family law matters
Trusts may offer some protection in family law disputes, but whether the assets are excluded from the property pool depends entirely on the specific circumstances.

The “Bank of Mum and Dad”
What happens to the “bank of mum and dad” money when it becomes entangled in Family Law matters?

Paternity Testing
If you are unsure of the paternity of your child, you should refrain from signing any documents stating that you are the Father or agreeing to being on the birth certificate until you are sure.

Proposed Amendments to the Family Law Act
The AG’s department has released a draft bill proposing significant amendments to the Family Law Act which seek to enhance the objective that the best interests of the child are met.

Perils of not settling on time
What happens when a family law property settlement doesn’t occur on time and how to ensure settlement is effected within the ordered timeframe.

‘Pre-nups’ – Are they worth it?
As more clients finalise their property proceedings with their former partners, they ask the question “How can I avoid this next time?”

Disputing Valuations in Family Law Property Settlements
If you do not agree with the valuation of assets made by a jointly appointed expert, what are your options?

Consent Orders vs Parenting Plans
What are the differences between Consent Orders and Parenting Plans? How can I decide which option is best for me?

New Queensland HomeBuilders Grant
Building a new home or completing substantial renovations? You may be eligible for the Federal Governments new HomeBuilders Grant?

Invoice Redirection Fraud – Who is Liable?
Invoice Redirection Fraud is a becoming more frequent. What is it? Who is liable for the loss when money is paid from the fraudulent invoice?