Ella Hickman

Ella Hickman serves as the owner and Principal of Hickman Family Lawyers, formerly known as Cobalt Legal. Her firm is recognized as one of the prominent family law practices in Perth.

Specialising primarily in family law matters within the Perth region, Ella Hickman possesses a specific interest in cases that involve parenting and children’s issues, domestic violence within relationships, and property settlement disputes where individuals seek a more business-oriented approach based on the magnitude of the asset pool.

In addition to her expertise, Ella represents numerous clients, both as applicants and respondents, across all these areas in the Family Court of Western Australia. Furthermore, she handles restraining order matters in the Magistrates Court.

With a focus on achieving optimal outcomes, Ella actively encourages her clients to explore mediation as a means of resolving their legal matters, rather than resorting to the Family Courts. However, should a court appearance be necessary, she remains fully prepared to support her clients throughout the process.

In certain instances, family-related issues cannot be resolved through mutual agreement. This is where Ella’s extensive experience representing clients in the Family Court of Western Australia becomes invaluable. Alongside her team of skilled family law lawyers, she guides clients through every stage of the process, from initiating proceedings to eventual trial.

Ella’s team of family law lawyers in Perth provide legal representation for clients who are both eligible for Legal Aid and those who choose to privately retain their services. The firm upholds a non-discriminatory approach, believing that everyone deserves a contented and secure life, regardless of their background. The Legal Aid panel includes a group of exceptionally skilled family and divorce solicitors who accept funding from Legal Aid for clients who meet the eligibility criteria.