Clintons’ children practice is now headed by Jacqueline Major, who joined from Hodge Jones & Allen in August 2024. A trained mediator, Major handles the full range of private children law matters, with experience in both domestic and international relocation cases, abductions, and Schedule 1 applications.
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‘Jacqueline Major's advice has always been very rational, and she has been able to calm my nerves in a very stressful divorce process.’
‘Clintons really are superb. They provide a very personal service. The quality of their team, from partner level down to trainees, as well as support staff, is superb. Friendly and professional.’
‘There are many family lawyers who have technical mastery of the law, as Jacqueline does, but where I think she stands out, particularly in relation to issues around children, is the holistic approach she takes to her work. Throughout the process, which has been very protracted in my case, Jacqueline has clearly cared about my wellbeing, and the wellbeing of my children.'
- 'Jacqueline is always calm and measured and has an incredible ability to cut through the noise. She gives clear advice, is brilliant tactically, and is refreshingly honest, which means I have always felt that I can trust implicitly the advice she has given me.'
- 'Without question, having Jacqueline in my corner throughout one of the most stressful and painful periods of my life has been a complete game-changer, and I do not think I would be in the situation I am today without her. She has helped me achieve a fair outcome which has greatly enhanced my life, and my children’s lives.’
‘Jess Howard and Jake van Kampen are both wonderful with clients, hard-working and dedicated.’
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Practice head
Jacqueline Major
Other key lawyers
Jessica Howard; Jake Van Kampen