A law firm where our clients and our people thrive.
65
years of
success
success
72
passionate &
experienced
team members
experienced
team members
2
convenient
locations
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Hicks Oakley Chessell Williams is a Melbourne and Mount Waverley law firm, established in 1961, helping individuals and businesses with family, commercial, property and estate law matters.
Our experienced team provides practical legal advice across commercial law, commercial litigation and insolvency, employment law, wills and estates, elder law and VCAT administration, family law, and property and conveyancing. We support individuals, families, business owners and directors with clear, strategic guidance across both business and personal matters.
We work with corporate, small business and private clients, providing specialist advice backed by extensive professional experience. Our team regularly advises businesses and directors on disputes, risk management and financial distress through our commercial litigation and insolvency practice. About Us
Clear, practical legal advice for life, business,
and estate matters.
We work with businesses of all sizes to provide clear, commercially focused advice on contracts, regulatory compliance, mergers and acquisitions, and dispute resolution, helping you manage risk and achieve your strategic goals. More
Employment law is complex, shaped by federal and state legislation, awards, enterprise agreements and common law, so it is vital to get clear advice on contracts, workplace rights and resolving employment issues. More
Our team acts in complex commercial disputes, including contractual claims, corporate misconduct, debt recovery and insolvency matters, focusing on practical strategies that resolve issues efficiently and protect your commercial interests. More
Our family law team provides clear, practical advice on separation and divorce, property settlements, parenting arrangements and financial agreements, with a focus on reducing conflict and minimising both emotional and financial stress. More
Our property and conveyancing team provides clear, experienced support with buying, selling and transferring property, including contract review and preparation, auction and private sale advice, leases and updates to land titles. More
Our wills and estates team assists with carefully drafted wills, probate and estate administration, estate and trust disputes, and complex succession planning, providing personalised advice tailored to your family, assets and long‑term wishes. More
Not sure what kind of help you need?
Our people
are the drive behind our passion
Our dedicated team brings together accredited specialists and highly experienced lawyers with deep knowledge across key areas of law, supported by skilled and responsive support staff. Together, we provide exceptional service, ensuring every client receives personalised attention, practical solutions and trusted legal advice.
Meet the whole team
Matthew Hicks
Director & Principal Lawyer | Commercial Litigation & Insolvency | Melbourne
Lachlan Vallance
Director & Principal Lawyer | Wills & Estates | Melbourne & Mount Waverley
Sarah Lindsey
Director & Principal Lawyer | Property Law | Melbourne & Mount Waverley
Michelle van Niekerk
Director | Melbourne & Mount Waverley
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Thankyou for handling the estate of my mother.
My mother was associated with your company for a long time, that's the way she wanted it.
After the first meeting with Nicole Russell and team, it was obvious our family wouldn't be let down. What a great job Nicole and team were able to achieve.
I would like to personally congratulate Hicks Oakley Chessell Williams for a job well done! This has been a very difficult time for our family. The close down due to Covid-19 made your job all the more difficult. We are all very happy with all outcomes.
C M - Property & Conveyancing Client
