John O'Byrne is a Solicitor and Principal Solicitor with Hodgson Lawyers servicing New Farm, QLD 4005 and Goodna, QLD 4300. John O'Byrne has 26 years experience and focuses on Family Law, Wills, Estate Planning & Probate and Conveyancing.
John is well qualified when it comes to providing legal advice whether it be for Family Law Parenting/Property, Criminal law, Conveyancing and or Estate Matters. More than just a Lawyer/Solicitor, John has built a strong reputation based on having an in depth knowledge and intimate understanding of these specific areas of law as well as a genuine ability to help people understand and work through their legal issues.
John is a proven performer who leads by example when it comes to providing sound cost effective legal advice. Starting his career in law more than 20 years ago, following a career in law enforcement and private investigation, he has brought a refreshingly honest style to the industry and combines this with a friendly nature and personal attention to his clients needs.
John enjoys a high level of repeat business due to the trust and confidence he inspires in his clients. He sees an important aspect of his job as being able to connect with people and their needs and provide them with reliable and clear legal advice which allows them to make the right decisions for their future.
The most popular appointment for John O'Byrne is Free preliminary Consult - Phone (New files only).
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John O'Byrne has received 100 verified client reviews with an average 4.88 star rating.
Manpreet, 17 September 2025
He is excellent in his profession.
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Michelle, 1 August 2025
Lovely gentleman,very straight to the point. Appreciated the help. Thank you
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Madeleine, 18 July 2025
Thankful to have John as my lawyer, highly recommend :)
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Phil, 10 July 2025
Interview held from home and successfully covered all our concerns
Details of the discussion have to be confirmed by Email and follow up by an in office appt on 23 July for Signatures.
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Rosalind Ellen, 7 July 2025
would recommend them as they did everything we needed thanks
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Darlene, 12 June 2025
On time, understanding and reasonable fees. No complaints and would recommend
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Christina, 23 May 2025
My phone call with John was professional and simple he explained everything I needed to do. I give him a thumbs up
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Rosaria, 13 April 2025
Gave me sound advice.
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Jodie Nicole, 23 March 2025
John was honest about the challenges of my situation and his advice was clear. The experience was positive.
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Betty, 7 March 2025
John has really helped me and has my best interests. Thank you
Cannot recommend John enough. His professionalism and honesty is next to none. If you ever need a firm to represent you that won’t give you false hope and will give you the realistic facts, John and his firm is 110% recommended!
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Darren Lee, 11 December 2024
Went overtime, greatly appreciate thanks. Good feedback and suggestions!
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Madeleine, 29 November 2024
Very knowledgeable and kind
I am grateful and appreciative of his time.
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Tam Ngoc, 20 November 2024
Excellent Solicitor and very personable.
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Margaret Winsome, 15 November 2024
John was very polite & efficient.. a credit to the law firm
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Lorelle, 9 November 2024
Was honest and had the answers I was seeking. Gave me invaluable information on my matter
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Ted, 28 October 2024
I found John O'Byrne to be very helpful and understanding of family issue thank you
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Stefani, 13 October 2024
John answered my questions. I'm happy with my experience. Thsnkyou
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Alexandra, 24 July 2024
John has asserted direction in my case, helping me deal with a very stressful situation that I could not have handled myself. He is persistent in achieving a better result and provides a humbling approach to resolution.
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Chantelle, 25 April 2024
Lovely to talk to . Knows his work, reassuring...
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Alexandra, 25 April 2024
I appreciate that John made the effort so late in the day. Although our conversation was short he did not make me feel victimised or unrealistic in my expectations.
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Chantelle, 14 December 2023
Very sincere and professional
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Jane Elizabeth Hilary, 21 November 2023
Brilliant. With Amanda O’Byrne.
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Jason, 21 November 2023
So glad I have Hodgson Lawyers to represent me.
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Paula Louise Gail, 18 November 2023
Hogdson Lawyers assisted with lodgement of my LAQ, my initial appointment after grant was very informative, proactive and helpful to me in explaining the processes.
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Sharon, 28 September 2023
Thank you for helping me
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Caroline, 28 April 2023
I found mr. O’Byrne to be easy to talk to he advised in writing of the our discussion and ways to move forward. I find him very professional
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Lisa, 13 April 2023
John is very knowledgeable and made me feel at ease.
I look forward to John representing me in the future.
Thanks
Lisa
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Melissa, 19 February 2023
Initial appointment seemed knowledgeable in how to progress my family law case. Listened and was able to succinctly put next steps in place. Was honest about what to expect.
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Carmelina, 16 November 2022
Very informative
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Lesa, 24 October 2022
Spoke with diligence and gave the required advice.
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Tony, 19 October 2022
John is always on the ball, he is an exceptional lawyer.
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Amanda, 4 October 2022
Was good. Very good
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Gowda, 20 June 2022
It was Good
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Robert, 16 June 2022
Very informative
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joelle, 10 May 2022
professional, direct and informative
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Sharon, 5 May 2022
John was very helpful with my situation. He gave me alot of good advice and has a lovely telephone manner which makes it easier when talking with someone over the phone.
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Gabriel, 26 April 2022
John was professional and pleasant to deal with
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Aleisha, 26 April 2022
I just felt 20 mins was rushed. 30 min consultation would have given me the extra few minutes to complete my questions.
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Brandon, 30 March 2022
Experienced professional with highly valued and clear delivery of details and communication. Pleasure to deal with.
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Robert, 17 March 2022
Really good and made me feel comfortable
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Neil, 14 March 2022
Very good. A lot of knowledge.
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Neil, 11 March 2022
Very good, has sound knowledge
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Tony, 4 March 2022
John, is a very professional lawyer, I have the utmost confidence in his ability.
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Adam, 16 February 2022
Really good
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Mwalialha, 11 February 2022
Had a chat with John and answered all my enquiries.
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Peter, 11 February 2022
Very friendly and approachable. Provided good guidance.
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Susan, 23 January 2022
We were very happy with the advice we received.
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Natasha, 18 January 2022
Very friendly and helpful, thank you very much for your service.
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Paul, 6 January 2022
Very helpful
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Kate, 9 November 2021
First step. So far, so good
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Brett, 22 September 2021
Was a good experience to help my sons
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Michael, 18 September 2021
Thanks John
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Gavin, 19 August 2021
John has been great to work with. He's been very efficient and clear about the whole process and made sure I understood everything. I highly recommend his services.
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Jason, 20 July 2021
Excellent service
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Karen, 15 June 2021
I found John's advice to be professional, thoughtful and useful. I would recommend him as someone to consider approaching to others if they were in need of consulting a lawyer in a similar situation.
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Lance, 4 June 2021
Great service & great knowledge
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Donna, 21 May 2021
I have never spoken to a solicitor before and John was so friendly and professional. He made me feel so at ease. Lovely man.
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Donna, 17 May 2021
Very informative information that was given. Highly recommend.
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Patricia, 13 April 2021
John was informative and friendly.
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Simone, 26 March 2021
John was very informative and I intend on booking a consultation for my son.
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David, 11 March 2021
John was most helpful, courteous and professional in every way.
John was so good at guiding me as to the way things are going to happen and how to go about everything.
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Ashleigh, 10 March 2021
John was really helpful and friendly, would definitely recommend working with him!
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Faith, 19 February 2021
I was really thankful for John's time and he was able to provide me with the exact information that I was looking for.
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Rohit, 17 February 2021
It was great talking to him. He was helpful and explained everything perfectly.
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Rose, 19 January 2021
John rang before the appointment time. He was able to cover my reason for contact in ten minutes, thoroughly and I had clear instruction on how to proceed. Thank you.
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Judith Faye, 20 November 2020
I was fully relaxed while talking to John O'Byrne. I had written down questions and he answered me directly. I informed him I was very green at doing this but now after a few days I have learned a lot. Looking forward to our next meeting.
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Hassan, 15 September 2020
Friendly and helpful over the phone. Other staff are prompt at communication
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Daniel, 3 September 2020
John is a caring and considering individual who provides practical and logical advice.
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Angela, 7 August 2020
So very helpful....has put my mind at ease. John was very easy to talk to too.
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Sally, 7 August 2020
Very happy with the conversation.
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Blair, 4 August 2020
John was amazing and supportive.
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Gilbert, 22 July 2020
John is honest and professional in responding to my enquiries.
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Brian, 26 June 2020
Very informative and helpful
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Steve, 26 June 2020
very friendly, but still professional and helpful
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Amellia, 23 June 2020
John was respectful patient and polite offering great advice
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Tanya, 24 April 2020
John was very helpful and was very informative. Thank you so much John
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Susan, 22 April 2020
Excellent advice
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Rachel Mary, 17 April 2020
John was excellent to deal with. We needed to update our wills as the arrangements for our childrens' guardian had changed. John found a way to set things up in the simplest, most cost effective manner. We appreciated his advice and expertise.
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James, 2 April 2020
Fantastic, very prompt and easy to deal with, working towards the best outcome for their clients!
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Anne Mary, 1 April 2020
Everything was completed and ready for me to sign. John made sure I understood everything before I signed. A very pleasant experience
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Anne Mary, 27 March 2020
I was very comfortable speaking with John. I was unsure of a few things but he explained everything making it easy to understand. Couldn't have asked for anymore.
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Mohd, 18 March 2020
He was truly a human with great respect to others, informative with great knowledge
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William, 5 March 2020
John was knowledgeable and real in my phone conversation. I was able to get a good idea of the issues I was worried about.
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Amanda, 27 February 2020
Very approachable and I felt comfortable talking to John
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Bryan, 6 February 2020
Exceptional level of customer care shown, as they really do go the extra mile
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Masoud, 6 February 2020
Great advise, direct and to the point would not hesitate to recommend John O'Byrne
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JOHNPAUL, 31 January 2020
very good knowledge of issues discussed at meeting.
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Jamie Richard, 27 January 2020
Everything was explained clearly happy with the service
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Stewart, 23 January 2020
John was precise, informative and spoke to me in a language I could understand. He answered all my questions easily and I was feeling very reassured by the time I left.
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Donna Marie, 21 January 2020
Easy to deal with
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Sean James, 11 January 2020
John was a very helpful , professional solicitor. He even assisted me whilst he was overseas. I would definitely recommend John.
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Anh, 11 January 2020
Very professional and great service
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Verinnia, 8 December 2019
Honest, genuine and upfront.
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Gaby, 8 December 2019
Friendly and efficient phone advise in a family matter.
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Brent, 15 November 2019
Your were clear, concise and helpful. Which gave me great clarity. For a free 15min consultation I felt valued as a person and client. If the context were different I would certainly be confident in engaging your services.
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Melanie, 9 November 2019
Couldn't be happier with this firm, they gave me so much information and advice, so much compassion even in such a brief call. Thank you so much.
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Natalie, 31 October 2019
Extremely helpful and goes above and beyond to meet your needs
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