Approachable, responsive and straightforward – these are the cornerstones of Jamie’s professional ethos as he navigates the intricate terrain of estate planning, probate and estate administration. With a genuine understanding of the sensitive nature of his work, Jamie not only provides legal solutions but also peace of mind to families and businesses seeking to secure their legacy for the future. He is a trusted advisor to his clients, and is highly regarded for his commercial and technical ability, and his empathetic approach.
Jamie is keenly aware of the complexities his clients face, and is committed to being accessible, prompt and unambiguous in his communication. He combines technical excellence and decades of experience with a broad commercial background and an ability to deeply understand, and implement solutions which address, the unique concerns and objectives of his clients.
Renowned for his work in intergenerational asset protection, family agribusiness structuring, succession arrangements and family provision claims, Jamie assists his clients to secure family wealth across lifetimes and generations.
Jamie’s meticulous drafting skills cover an array of essential estate planning documents, including testamentary trust wills and special disability trusts, powers of attorney and other directives. This enables Jamie to implement complex objectives for his clients, and to devise creative, novel and custom solutions that ensure his clients’ wishes are upheld.
Jamie is highly experienced in all areas of probate and estate administration. He assists clients to navigate complex asset structures, comply with underlying family governance arrangements, and resolve and manage family acrimony and disputes involving family provision, beneficiary claims, and trustee and will challenges. Jamie provides invaluable support to executors, trustees and beneficiaries, translating legal complexities into actionable insights.
Prior to joining Hamilton Locke, Jamie worked at Jackson McDonald, IRDI Legal and Slater and Gordon Lawyers.
