James, who is originally from Ireland, began working in the legal industry as a Court Registrar in Melbourne, Victoria, specifically assisting victims of crime with gaining financial assistance. James relocated to Darwin from Melbourne in February 2026 and joined the AFL Withnalls team as a Paralegal, working under Associate Huia Edwards.

James is committed to helping clients navigate through difficult times whilst showcasing professionalism. He has shown himself to be a great asset to the Darwin team and a reliable team member. In his spare time, James is an avid reader (preferably non-fiction) and checking out whatever gig is in town.