Serving Jurien Bay and Rockingham, Western Australia

Imagine calling your lawyer... and 
actually getting your lawyer.

Wills & Estates and Family Law handled personally, explained clearly, and sorted properly.

Speak with Michelle
See Services 
(THE Services)

Legal advice for 
the moments 
that matter most.

Receive expert legal support exactly when you need it the most, with dedicated guidance that helps you navigate critical decisions confidently and with genuine care every step of the way.

Explore All Services
  • Black diamond-shaped icon on a black background

    Wills & Estates

    Wills

    Enduring Power of Attorney

    Enduring Power of Guardianship

    Advanced Health Directives

  • Solid dark maroon heart shape.

    Deceased
Estates

    Probate

    Letters of Administration

    Estate Administration

  • A dark, stylized animal face, possibly a bat or fox, with sharp eyes and pointed ears.

    Family 
Law

    Divorce

    Binding Financial Agreements

    Property Separation

    Superannuation Splitting

  • A black icon of a fleur-de-lis symbol on a white background.

    Solicitor
Certificates

    Reverse Mortgages

    Retirement Villages

    Guarantor Solicitor Certificate

  • Wills & Estates

    Wills

    Enduring Power of Attorney

    Enduring Power of Guardianship

    Advanced Health Directives

  • Deceased
Estates

    Probate

    Letters of Administration

    Estate Administration

  • Family 
Law

    Divorce

    Binding Financial Agreements

    Property Separation

    Superannuation Splitting

  • Solicitor
Certificates

    Reverse Mortgages

    Retirement Villages

    Guarantor Solicitor Certificate

(Why Saltwater Legal?)

Plain English. Proper law.
Because legal support should feel clear, human, and grounded in real conversations, not confusing language or unnecessary complexity.

(1)

You deal with 
Michelle directly.

You’ll deal directly with Michelle who understands exactly what you’re talking about

(2)

Clear advice in 
plain English.

There’s no jargon, run around or wondering where things stand.

(3)

Regional WA 
is home.

As a long-time Rockingham local, Michelle chose to work with the community she lived in, gaining experience in both Rockingham and Mandurah law firms.

Michelle has been providing legal services to the Jurien Bay community, saving clients the inconvenience of a 200km trip to the city.

This isnt a regional outpost. It’s a lawyer who actually lives and works where you do.

(4)

Property matters 
are our speciality.

Including complex assets like crypto and superannuation.

ONE LAWYER, START TO FINISH

•

ONE WHO ACTUALLY PICKS UP THE PHONE

•

SALTWATER LEGAL

•

PLAIN ENGLISH

•

PROPER LAW

•

ONE LAWYER, START TO FINISH • ONE WHO ACTUALLY PICKS UP THE PHONE • SALTWATER LEGAL • PLAIN ENGLISH • PROPER LAW • 

(Proof in practice)

I don’t just handle cases,

I support people through decisions that matter, with honesty, care, and the kind of guidance that makes things feel lighter, not heavier.

A light blue and white gradient background with no distinct objects or features.

100% in

Because feeling understood matters just as much as the outcome.

A blurred, light blue and white abstract background with no discernible objects.

1000+ cases

Every case approached with care, not templates.

A clear blue sky with no visible objects or land.

5+ years

Real-world expertise that shows up when it counts.

A mostly blue, blurry abstract background with no distinct objects.

24 hours

Is all you’ll have to wait for a response.

(About Michelle)

Your lawyer, actually.

A woman with red hair, wearing a blue blouse, sitting at a desk and writing in a notebook with a black pen. She has red nail polish, a watch, and a ring, and there is a cup of coffee on the desk.

Michelle Henderson

Solicitor & Director, Saltwater Legal

Michelle started Saltwater Legal after years of watching good people receive bad service, ignored, left without updates, passed between lawyers who didn't know their matter. She built something different.

Based in Rockingham and in Jurien Bay weekly, Michelle handles every matter personally from the first call to the final signature. There’s no gatekeepers or handoffs, just a lawyer who picks up the phone.

Meet Michelle 
(Testimonials)

What clients say

  • We would highly recommend Michelle at Saltwater Legal for any legal services.  We asked Michelle to do our estate documents and found her to be quick, efficient and easy to talk with.

    Heather & David | Estate Matter
    Jurien Bay

  • Michelle was quick and easy to deal with. From the first meeting Michelle was professional and efficient and within a week I had everything I needed done. Absolute job satisfaction!

    Wayne
    Jurien Bay

  • I cannot thank you enough for your help with my family law case…… legend

    Steve
    Rockingham

  • More than happy with the legal advice and services from Michelle at Saltwater Legal. Throughout my multiple dealings with Michelle, she always keep me informed and I never felt rushed. So handy to have a lawyer in town and close to home.

    Jim
    Jurien Bay

  • Thank you Thank you! You sorted my estate matter from the mess it was in and made every problem disappear. It such a relief to have you help us out

    Raelene | Estate Matter
    Rockingham

Still haven't done your will? 
No judgement here.

Book a free 30 minute consult to get started.

Book your Free Will Consult 
(FIND SALTWATER LEGAL)

Close to home.

Rockingham 
Office

Shop 4, 9 Railway Terrace
Rockingham, WA 6168

Tuesday–Friday 9am–4:30pm

 

Jurien Bay 
Office

Jurien Bay Community Resource Centre

67 Bashford Street
Jurien Bay, WA 6516

Every Monday 9:30am–4pm

Video consultations available 
all other days

 

The hardest part is making the first move.

Whether you're dealing with a separation, planning your estate, or just not sure where to start, 
Michelle's here. It’s one lawyer, your matter, done properly.

Speak with Michelle