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Carpe Diem Legal
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John Herron

John Herron

Principal Carpe Diem Legal

Gisborne, VIC | Box Hill, VIC
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About John

John has extensive experience across Family Law, Criminal Law, and a broad range of legal matters, bringing a comprehensive and results-oriented approach to his legal practice. His career combines significant achievements in legal practice with strong expertise in project management, compliance, strategic planning, and operational leadership, gained through roles within the legal, government, finance, and infrastructure sectors. As a practising lawyer, John has successfully managed complex legal and organisational projects across government departments including Justice, Legal, ICT, and Infrastructure, developing a reputation for delivering high-value outcomes on time and within scope. His work on landmark initiatives has strengthened his ability to manage stakeholder relationships and foster collaboration, enhancing productivity, efficiency, and cultural synergy within diverse teams. He is adept at evaluating legal and operational challenges to develop practical, effective solutions that align with organisational goals. John's skills extend to contract management, business analysis, change management, tender process administration, and stakeholder engagement, enabling a rounded approach to both legal and project delivery. Committed to cultivating a high-performance culture, John places strong emphasis on mentoring, professional development, and succession planning. His leadership style centres on clear communication, prioritisation, and fostering teamwork, all while adhering to stringent workplace health and safety and regulatory standards. In addition to his broad legal practice, John is a dedicated advocate for victims of crime in Victoria and across Australia, providing support and representation to those impacted. This role underlines his commitment to justice and empathetic client service. John offers clients a balanced blend of legal expertise, strategic insight, and practical delivery skills, ensuring robust support for both individual and organisational legal needs.

Practice areas

Family Law

Resume

Experience

Principal Director

Principal Director

Aitken Street Law

Nov 2016 - Present • 9 years 11 months

Education

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, Law

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, Law

The Australian National University

2013 - 2015

Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Criminal Law & Mediation/Arbitration

Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Criminal Law & Mediation/Arbitration

La Trobe University

2008 - 2014

Master of Commerce, Finance & Banking

Master of Commerce, Finance & Banking

University of Sydney

1997 - 2000

Lead Lecturer, Fixed Interest, Foreign Exchange & Derivatives

Lead Lecturer, Fixed Interest, Foreign Exchange & Derivatives

Securities Institute of Australia

1989 - 1992

Contact information

Gisborne, VIC

24B, Aitken Street, Gisborne, VICWebsite

Box Hill, VIC

701, Station Street, Box Hill, VICWebsite

Practice certificate

Name
John Herron
Specialisations
Advocacy, Banking/Finance, Building/Construction, Business/Corporate Law, Commercial Law, Criminal Law, Debts/Insolvency, Employment/Industrial Law, Family Law, Family Violence/Statutory Offences, Financial Services/Superannuation, Information technology/Telecommunications, Litigation - general, Small Business, Wills and Estates
Certification type
Principal with Trust
Region
GISBORNE VIC 3437

Last checked: 14 Apr 2026 • Checked with Victorian Legal Services Board

Practice areas

Family Law