Selena James

Morayfield, QLD

About Selena

Selena James is the Practice Director at Future Family Law, where she has been practising family law since 2006. Her dedication to the field is driven by the human element, the transformative journeys her clients undergo, and the profound satisfaction that comes with helping people emerge from difficult circumstances with newfound independence and confidence. Selena's early career spanned a range of legal areas including conveyancing, property development, criminal law, leasing, wills, estate planning, and mortgage advice, which equipped her with a comprehensive legal foundation. A country girl from Central Queensland, Selena's legal journey has taken her across various regions of Australia, providing exposure to outstanding mentors and remarkable firms. Her approach to family law is deeply empathetic and practical, embodying her slogan Real people, real problems, real solutions. As a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, she strives to empower clients through challenging times towards a conflict-free future. Selena emphasises transparency and efficiency through fixed fees, ensuring clients receive both certainty and flexibility. Her rich experience includes positions at prominent firms such as Hartley Healy Family Law Specialists and Slater and Gordon Lawyers, and she has served in various roles from Solicitor to Senior Associate. Selena is an alumna of the Queensland University of Technology, where she earned her Bachelor of Laws.