John Ly

SENIOR LAWYER

I am a senior legal practitioner with over 13 years of experience advising and representing individuals, families, and businesses across a broad range of complex legal matters however predominately in family law matters. My practice encompasses family law, property law, probate and estate administration, criminal law, and commercial and civil litigation, with a reputation for delivering strategic, commercially astute, and outcome-driven legal solutions. 

Throughout my career, I have appeared before courts at every level of the Australian judicial system, including the High Court of Australia, the Supreme Court, the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA), and the Local Court in both civil and criminal jurisdictions. This breadth of advocacy experience has equipped me to manage sophisticated and high-stakes disputes with confidence, precision, and sound judgment.

Recognising that effective dispute resolution extends beyond the courtroom, I have extensive experience in mediation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution. I am committed to identifying practical, commercially sensible pathways that protect clients’ interests while achieving timely and cost-effective outcomes. Where litigation is unavoidable, I am a determined and highly effective advocate, known for meticulous preparation and strategic execution.

I hold a combined Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Laws from the University of Technology Sydney, graduating with Honours in Dispute Resolution. I have a pragmatic approach to legal practice, combining technical legal expertise with commercial insight.

I am a member of NSW Young Lawyers, a division of the Law Society of New South Wales, and maintains an ongoing commitment to professional development and legal excellence.

Whether advising on complex family law proceedings, significant property transactions, contested estates, or commercial disputes, I provide sophisticated legal counsel grounded in experience, sound judgment, and a deep understanding of the Australian legal system.