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Jess Bourke Legal

Jess Bourke Legal

5.0(7 reviews)See reviews ↓·Dubbo

About the company

Jess Bourke has practised as a lawyer in family law and Wills & Estates for 10 years. She began her career as a generalist solicitor in firms in Parkes and Forbes, NSW, and later became a partner at Allwright Bourke Lawyers & Conveyancing, where she led the Family Law and Wills & Estates departments across multiple locations. In 2022 she launched the online product Wills No Frills, and in 2024 she won the NSW Partner of the Year award for Innovation for that product.

She holds a double degree in Criminology & Law and a Masters degree in Family Law, and is an Independent Children's Lawyer and a NSW Public Notary. Jess Bourke Legal serves Dubbo and the Central West, offering in-person appointments in Dubbo, video appointments, and home visits. The firm provides fixed fee services for family law consent orders, parenting plans, divorce, estate planning, probate, and letters of administration, and offers a free 15 minute initial telephone consultation.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Dealing with wills and estate matters features prominently in feedback for this Dubbo practice, where clients frequently note how approachable the process becomes under Jess Bourke's guidance. Various customers describe feeling overwhelmed by family matters and estate planning before engaging her, then finding the experience straightforward because she explains legal concepts in plain language without rushing.

A theme running through the feedback is her patience and empathy when discussing sensitive subjects such as death and family arrangements, with reviewers valuing the care taken to build future-proof documents. Communication is repeatedly praised, particularly prompt replies to emails and questions and the willingness to hold meetings online when distance is a factor, including after an unexpected bereavement. Clients also mention clear, upfront discussion of costs for wills and associated documents, describing the fees as affordable relative to the service received.

Knowledge of the law and diligent application to individual matters are highlighted, alongside a personalised approach that suits each client's circumstances. Estate questions beyond the initial will, and guidance through complex legal processes, appear as recurring themes. The practice also handles divorce and broader family law work, and reviewers consistently characterise Jess Bourke as a steady, knowledgeable advocate who listens carefully and tailors her advice accordingly.

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Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Maggie Collins26 January 2026

I recently used Jess Bourke's Legal service to make my Will and provide me with some valuable information and advice regarding other estate questions I had. Jess is very knowledgeable and I found her advice very helpful. She offers efficient, friendly and affordable services and I would highly recommend Jess Bourke Legal services.

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Tony Kirby21 December 2025

I wholeheartedly endorse Jess Bourke Legal. Recently, my mother and I engaged Jess's services to address matters following the sudden/ unexpected passing of my father and her husband. Jess promptly responded and initiated the process. Despite the considerable distances involved, with her expertise, she efficiently managed everything online, including an initial Teams meeting, several email exchanges, and a final Teams meeting to conclude the matters. The entire experience was remarkably straightforward and stress-free. I extend my sincerest gratitude to Jess for her exceptional assistance within a two-week timeframe, which included the preparation and execution of multiple wills and other legal documents. All matters are now resolved, and we are indebted to Jess for her expertise.

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Christopher Cavanagh17 November 2025

My wife and I just completed our Wills and estate planning with Jess on the weekend. Jess was very knowledgeable and generous with her answers and did not rush through anything. Jess’s approach was patient and empathetic (which is important when discussing your death and family members). Jess spent time explaining how the law worked and how to build a future-proof Will. Jess’s business excels in communication; emails and questions are answered promptly. Additionally, the Wills themselves were drafted quickly for your review. Everyone puts off doing their Wills for whatever reason (me included). After following Jess on TikTok for a year, I finally reached out and got it done. It was pretty easy and painless, thanks to Jess Bourke Legal. If I had known it was this easy, I would have done it a long time ago! So I would recommend Jess Bourke Legal 100%

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Helen9 November 2025

Jess Bourke is a fierce advocate for her clients. She has a deep understanding and wide ranging knowledge of the law, which she applies diligently to her matters. Jess prioritises client communication and personalises her approach to individual cases, to suit her clients’ needs. She is a wealth of knowledge and experience, and provides a steady, guiding hand through the complex legal systems her clients face.

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Shannon8 November 2025

Absolutely outstanding I honestly can’t thank Jess enough for everything she has done for me. I came to her needing help with some family matters and setting up a will, things that felt overwhelming to start with but she made the whole process so easy. Jess was kind, patient and genuinely listened to what I needed from her and I wasn’t rushed. She went above and beyond explaining everything in a simple language so I understood what the process meant, which made me feel confident about my decisions. You can tell Jess really cares about her clients and her work. If you need help with family law or setting up your will I can’t recommend Jess enough. She is professional, down to earth and goes that extra mile. I am so grateful I found her.

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mel28708 November 2025

I saw jess to complete my will. She was very accomodating and explained everything to me in plain english. I highly recommend Jess!

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Sally-Anne Alfred8 November 2025

I really enjoyed the service. It was easy. Jess was great to deal with and clear about costs to get our wills and documents done.

Family lawyers in Dubbo compared

Ordered by rating, weighted by the number of reviews — businesses with only a handful of reviews do not jump to the top automatically. 4 businesses in this category in Dubbo are compared.

RankProviderRatingReviewsOpen Sat.
1Jess Bourke Legal (this page)★ 5,07No
2Mastronardi Legal★ 4,622No
3Duffy Elliott Lawyers★ 4,611No
4KH Solicitors★ 4,125No
Contact
+61258366668www.jessbourkelegal.com.au51 Waterway Cres, Dubbo NSW 2830
Working hours
Monday09:00–15:00
Tuesday09:00–15:00
Wednesday09:00–15:00
Thursday09:00–15:00
Friday09:00–15:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed