Professional Experience
Jade joined Nicholes Family Lawyers in 2024 after relocating to the Victorian surf coast. As the senior lawyer at the Geelong office, she is focused on bringing the firm’s expertise to the wider Geelong and surf coast community.
Jade possess extensive experience in all areas of family law and intervention orders (family violence). Having lived for over a decade in both America and Europe, Jade brings a global perspective and unique problem-solving skills to her case management.
With a background in business and commercial litigation, Jade prioritises reaching a commercial resolution to her clients’ family law disputes. However, it is through her empathetic approach and focus on client wellbeing that allows Jade’s clients to feel supported and understood during a difficult time.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Laws with Honours – University of Southern Queensland
- Bachelor of Arts – Griffith University
- Graduate Certificate of Business – Deakin University
- Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice – Australian National University
- Master of Business Administration – Istanbul University
- Master of Laws – University of Melbourne
Notable achievements
- Former professional tennis player
- Australian Open competitor
- Gold medallist at Commonwealth Youth Games
- Women in Leaders in Sport scholarship recipient from Australian Sports Commission
- Lecturer at Deakin University