Jonathan Bolton, the Principal at JBL Solicitors, was admitted to practise law in New South Wales in 1999. His extensive experience in both the legal and commercial sectors, reinforced by a Master’s degree in Law & Management, allows him to approach legal challenges with a pragmatic and insightful perspective. Recognised for his relentless advocacy and innovative problem-solving abilities, Jonathan consistently seeks to uphold his clients' interests by overcoming obstacles with creative solutions. Operating out of Greater Sydney, Jonathan has been at JBL Solicitors since August 2013, where he directs the firm's efforts in offering comprehensive legal solutions. His practice encompasses a wide array of areas such as Financial Advice Claims, Brand Protection, Commercial Disputes, Contract Drafting and Negotiation, Planning Law, Insolvency, and Capital Raising. Through a reliable network of colleagues, he ensures a holistic approach to his clients' legal needs. Before joining JBL, Jonathan honed his expertise across various roles. At Hancocks Solicitors, he was involved in commercial litigation, insolvency, professional negligence, and financial planning disputes. His tenure as a Client Contract Specialist at IBM Australia Limited saw him negotiate with commercial and government clients. These roles have polished his negotiation skills, particularly in contract law. Jonathan’s career also boasts significant time at EDS (Australia) Pty Limited and as a Legal Officer at Symantec Australia Pty Limited, where he negotiated contracts supporting IT outsourcing and professional services. His background includes experience as a Business Development Manager at Optus, where he fostered commercial models for cloud-based services, and at Law Book Company, driving the success of significant digital publications. His educational credentials from the University of New South Wales, paired with his involvement with the Law Society of New South Wales, anchor his professional qualifications, positioning him as a knowledgeable and adept leader within the legal field. Jonathan is committed to delivering transparent, value-driven services to his clients, ensuring their needs are met with the utmost integrity and proficiency.
Director
JBL Solicitors
Aug 2013 - Present • 13 years 3 months
Solicitor
Hancocks Solicitors
May 2010 - May 2013 • 3 years
Client Contract Specialist
IBM Australia Limited
Jun 2007 - May 2010 • 2 years 11 months
Legal Officer
Symantec Australia Pty Limited
Oct 2006 - May 2007 • 7 months
Contract Negotiator
EDS (Australia) Pty Limited
Jun 2003 - Oct 2006 • 3 years 4 months
Solicitor
Hancocks Solicitors
Nov 2001 - Jun 2003 • 1 year 7 months
Business Development Manager
Optus
Jul 2000 - Nov 2001 • 1 year 4 months
Contracting as Y2K Risk Analyst
IBM Global Services
Sep 1998 - Apr 2000 • 1 year 7 months
Business Development Manager
Law Book Company
Jun 1996 - Aug 1998 • 2 years 2 months
Public Sector Manager
Computer Law Services Pty Ltd
Mar 1994 - Mar 1996 • 2 years
Public Sector Manager
Amfac Chemdata
Jan 1989 - Jan 1993 • 4 years
Master of Law & Management
UNSW
2002 - 2007
Dip Law (LPAB)
University of Sydney
1994
Last checked: 6 May 2026 • Checked with Law Society of NSW
