Jones-Hope Legal and Advisory

About us

About the firm Jones‑Hope Legal and Advisory is a national practice, led by Principal Partner, Philip Jones‑Hope. Serving all jurisdictions, the firm combines more than 30 years of private and public sector experience to deliver pragmatic, commercially focused legal and advisory services. The practice is recognised for its depth in statutory interpretation, legislative drafting, and governance advisory, and for providing clear, risk‑aware solutions to complex regulatory, policy, and contractual challenges. Practice pillars Commercial Law Commercial Law covers contract drafting and negotiation, mergers and acquisitions, corporate structuring, insolvency, and commercial dispute avoidance. The team advises on compliance, enforcement, and probity in regulated industries and provides strategic consulting on business growth, organisational transformation, and board‑level governance to protect value and enable sustainable expansion. Government Law Government Law provides specialist support to public sector clients and private entities interacting with government. Services include procurement and tender advice, contract management, compliance, statutory interpretation, legislative and regulatory reform across multiple jurisdictions, administrative law, and international agreements. The firm’s combined public and private sector experience ensures practical solutions that align legal outcomes with policy and operational objectives. Family Law Family Law offers sensitive, pragmatic advice on separation, parenting arrangements, property settlement, spousal maintenance, and dispute resolution. The practice applies a commercially informed perspective where family and financial interests intersect, supporting clients through negotiation, mediation, and court processes to achieve durable, real‑world outcomes. Sector expertise and approach Jones‑Hope Legal and Advisory has particular experience in defence and aerospace, drafting and negotiating contracts for aviation and maritime assets, managing procurement risk, and advising on large‑scale commercial operations. The firm also provides specialist veteran legal advice, assisting clients with compensation and rehabilitation matters under the Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2004 and related legislation. Across all matters, the firm blends legal rigour with commercial insight and governance experience to deliver integrated strategies. Clients benefit from tailored advice that addresses legal, regulatory, and commercial dimensions simultaneously, ensuring practical outcomes that support organisational and personal objectives.

Practice areas

Family Law

40%

Commercial Law

30%

Conveyancing

30%

Financial Agreements

30%

Specialisations

Commercial Law

Jones-Hope Legal and Advisory provides comprehensive commercial law services including contract drafting and negotiation, mergers and acquisitions advice, corporate structuring, and insolvency matters. The firm assists clients in navigating complex transactions and commercial arrangements, delivering practical solutions that support business objectives. The firm's expertise extends to compliance, enforcement, and probity within regulated industries, as well as offering strategic guidance on business growth, organisational transformation, and board-level matters. This integrated approach ensures clients receive tailored legal advice aligned with their commercial goals.

Conveyancing

At Jones‑Hope Legal and Advisory, we specialise in delivering efficient, client‑focused conveyancing services across Australia. Our approach is built around clarity, responsiveness, and practical support - ensuring clients feel informed, protected, and genuinely cared for throughout their property transaction. We work closely with Real Estate Agents to maintain momentum, reduce delays, and create a seamless experience for buyers and sellers. By keeping communication clear and proactive, we help clients move through each stage with confidence and minimise the stress that often comes with conveyancing.

Family Law

At Jones‑Hope Legal and Advisory, we provide clear, compassionate and practical support for clients navigating separation, parenting arrangements and property settlements. Family law matters can be emotionally and financially overwhelming, and our role is to bring calm, structure and confidence to every step. We focus on giving clients clarity, realistic guidance and steady communication so they feel informed and supported rather than lost in the process. Whether negotiating outcomes or managing court proceedings, we work to reduce stress, protect long‑term interests and help clients make decisions that genuinely support their future.

Financial Agreements

At Jones‑Hope Legal and Advisory, we provide precise, practical and protective guidance for clients entering into Binding Financial Agreements. These agreements carry long‑term financial consequences, and our role is to ensure clients understand their rights, the risks, and the safeguards needed to secure their future. We take a clear, structured approach - explaining each obligation in plain language, addressing potential pitfalls early, and tailoring the agreement to reflect the client’s real circumstances and goals. Whether preparing an agreement during a relationship or finalising one post‑separation, we focus on reducing uncertainty, strengthening financial security and giving clients confidence in the decisions they’re making.