Jacky Campbell

Jacky Campbell is a distinguished founding partner of Forte Family Lawyers, boasting over three decades of intricate experience in family law. As a highly respected practitioner, her reputation is well-acknowledged by Doyle’s Guide, which has consistently recognised her excellence in managing high-stakes divorce proceedings, complex property matters, and sensitive parenting and children's issues. Her 2025 Best Lawyer accolade reflects her steadfast commitment to excellence. Jacky’s academic contributions, including a Master’s thesis exploring the nexus between bankruptcy and family law, highlight her special interest in insolvency, liquidation, and receivership. In addition to her scholarly prowess, Jacky earned the Law Institute of Victoria Rogers Legal Writing Award for her incisive work on superannuation and property division. As the consultant editor and a contributor to the Wolters Kluwer/CCH Australian Family Law and Practice, alongside her authorship in various esteemed legal guides, Jacky is an established authority on property settlements, financial agreements, and superannuation entitlements, further evidenced by her frequent educational presentations for The Education Network. Internationally, Jacky's influence is significant as a Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers and an Associate Member of the American Bar Association. She is deeply involved in pivotal committees, channeling her expertise into resolving cross-border issues such as international child abduction and overseas asset management, and adeptly handling surrogacy and sperm donor disputes. Locally, in Victoria, she plays an active role in several committees, including the Maintenance and Property Committee of the Family Law Section of the Law Institute of Victoria and Victorian Women Lawyers. Her adeptness in complex financial and parenting matters, coupled with her strategic acumen and profound case law knowledge, renders her a sought-after advisor for cases necessitating a nuanced understanding of corporate, trust, and tax structures. Jacky's commitment to facilitating amicable resolutions is evident through her advocacy for alternative dispute resolution methods and her training as an arbitrator, underscoring her dedication to achieving client-centric outcomes through strategic guidance and robust client relationships.