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What We Do
James Black Family Law Mediation Arbitration
3 weeks 4 days ago
We have had two dates open up in March 2025 for mediations or arbitrations. Check out our calendar: jbflma.com.au/calendar/
What Our Clients Are Saying
David Duncan
James helped mediate my property and parenting matter recently. His extensive knowledge and excellent communication skills helped my former partner and I reach an agreement that was suitable to us both. I recommend his services to anyone having difficulty in separation issues.
Tom Perkins
James saved my life.
It’s impossible to overstate the level of effort, attention to detail and knowledge that James has, not only with regards to the law, but relationships and being a human.
He is highly collaborative and cooperative, maintains good relationships with all other law firms, judicial registrars and magistrates and is very highly regarded in the legal community.
He has great and collaborative relationships with his network of barristers for court day representation and also additional expertise and decision -making in that network.
He knows and is respected by the mediators, and will work with both them and the other side on mediation days.
James is a former judge and does private arbitrations and understands the ranges of decisions and the process of getting to (and even better not getting to) trial.
James invoices fairly (probably too cheaply) and actively wants family money to stay with families.
If you’re after a “bulldog”, he’s not your guy. If you want cooperation, collaboration, understanding, and good and fair outcomes (which you do), he is Da Man.
I am happy to provide more detail on request
Dr Thomas Perkins
Nikhil k.R
Exceptionally professional and we couldn't have asked for a better experience.
Nikhil
Jessica Gaddes
James was the mediator in my family law matter. He managed to put me at ease during a very difficult and stressful day and we were able to reach an agreement. I could not recommend James highly enough.
Glen Botes
Mr. Black was an absolute pleasure to work with. He was succinct, knowledgeable and fair. I would rate him higher if there were more stars available!
Adam Brown
James was fantastic at ensuring I understood what was happening, and gave realistic advice and truthful information. He was easy to converse with and understand, and his knowledge and experience are undoubted. His charges were fair and reasonable.
Jordan Z
I cannot speak highly enough for James Black's mediation service.
For one of the most stressful, emotional dealings of my life I was regularly laughing and smiling.
James made me feel so well heard on my separation matter and was able to provide really helpful perspective based on his vast legal experience. He is incredibly genuine and was able to speak very pointed when I needed to hear some logical and reason. Our matter had been very difficult prior to mediation and I honestly believe the reason it was settled was purely based on his skill, knowledge, and character.
Thank you James - hope I never need your services again, but grateful you were a part of my experience.
john upson
it was a pleasure having James help us through what could have been a difficult task. Knowledgeable and always working with us.Thanks James
Joanne Gatley
James Black is an exceptional lawyer who tells you how it is. He explains the legal process in relatable terms and looks at your matter holistically, to provide you with the best outcome for your situation. He walks you through the options available, while providing you with a list of pros and cons to each option. By doing this, it helps you reach an educated and informed decision.
I would recommend James Black to anyone who is considering, or is going through, a separation, as he has a wealth of knowledge that has been honed through his years of practice.
Dave
After several mediations in a protracted family law case, James finally helped get everything in order for both parties. I cannot recommend James and this team highly enough. James is one of the few lawyers who will take your call at anytime and will help you achieve a balanced and fair result. As a family law expert, he will always put your children first - bring your own views and opinions into line - and cuts through any animosity to truly help deliver a fair outcome. I wish I found him earlier.