Jacqueline MacLellan
Born and raised in Bermuda, Jacqueline obtained a BA at Queen's University in Ontario, and a law degree at the University of Western Ontario, Canada. Jacqueline was called to the Ontario Bar in 1991 and practiced family law in Toronto, Ontario for approximately 5 years before returning to Bermuda to live in 1996 where she was called to the Bar in November 1996. In March 2003, Jacqueline opened up the firm of MacLellan & Associates, practicing primarily family law.
Jacqueline was taken with the idea of assisting families in finding alternate solutions to hostile, financially draining divorces and became a trained mediator having since worked with the Bermuda Human Rights Commission and the Department of Human Affairs as a mediator. From there Jacqueline trained to become a certified Collaborative Law practitioner and is now the Chair of the Collaborative Law Alliance of Bermuda. Jacqueline also trains other attorneys to use the collaborative method. She is a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. Other volunteer pursuits include being a Chair of The Committee of 25, working at the Bargain Box and is a past Director of The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association, member of the Legal Aid Committee and the Bermuda Psychologists Association Board.
Jacqueline is dedicated to assisting clients with finding an amicable and respectful resolution to their differences, and is currently only providing legal services to families who are interested in resolving their differences using The Collaborate Law Process.
Key Services Offered by MacLellan & Associates
- Collaborative Law: Facilitating a respectful process where couples work with their lawyers in four-way meetings to reach a settlement without court intervention.
- Family Law Mediation: Acting as a neutral third party to help families discuss issues and find common ground outside of the litigation process.
- Amicable Divorce Services: Providing legal guidance focused on reducing hostility and financial drain during the dissolution of a marriage.
- Child Custody & Access: Assisting parents in creating child-focused arrangements that prioritize the best interests of the children.
- Financial Settlements: Helping clients reach fair agreements regarding the division of assets, property, and financial responsibilities.
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements: Drafting legal documents to protect assets and define financial expectations before or during a marriage.
- Legal Separation: Guiding clients through the legal process of living apart while maintaining formal agreements on finances and children.
- Negotiated Settlements: Representing clients in direct negotiations to resolve disputes efficiently and privately.
- Arbitration: Providing a private, faster alternative to court where a skilled arbitrator makes binding decisions on family matters.
- Wills & Estates: Assisting families with estate planning and the preparation of wills to ensure long-term security for their loved ones.
