About Mangan Ey
One of Adelaide’s oldest and experienced specialist criminal law firms, Mangan Ey & Associates was formed in 1982 when current Managing Partner Stephen Ey amalgamated with John Mangan, now deceased, and Julie Bishop, former Minister for Foreign Affairs.
Based conveniently on Halifax Street in Adelaide we serve all courts throughout Adelaide and regional South Australia as well as interstate. Mangan Ey specialise solely as criminal and traffic lawyers so as to provide the best possible service to our clients from start to finish.
Our firm is highly regarded by the Judiciary, fellow members of the profession including the Office of the Director for Public Prosecutions and Police Prosecution, for our ethical but dogged determination to achieve the desired result for the many and varied clients we act for. Renowned for our no nonsense approach we provide sound, robust and expert legal representation whether for trial, guilty pleas and/or appeals against sentence or conviction.
Having us represent you ensures you the best result possible, often including withdrawal or downgrading of the charges.
Mangan Ey & Associates have successfully acted in numerous high profile murder and drug cases as well as representing high profile elite sportsmen and prominent members of the community.
Meet The Team
Stephen Ey
(Partner)
With over 40 years of criminal law experience, Mr Stephen Ey is the Managing Partner and co-founder of Mangan Ey & Associates Pty Ltd. Admitted to the Supreme Court of South Australia in 1978 he has practised exclusively in criminal law here in Adelaide ever since. Mr Ey has been voted one of the preeminent criminal lawyers in Adelaide by the independent Doyle’s Guide for 4 years running.
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Mr Ey has appeared as counsel in all jurisdictions including the Court of Criminal Appeal and the High Court of Australia. He has acted as counsel in countless trials including many high profile cases successfully securing acquittals or nolle prosequis (withdrawal of charges). He is held in high regard and considered to lead one of the best criminal law firms in Adelaide and South Australia.
Areas of expertise
Qualifications & Memberships
- B. Laws Adelaide University
- Admitted to High Court 5/4/78
- Law Society of SA
- Guest lecturer Uni SA
Andrew Ey
(Partner)
Andrew Ey has a Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Commerce and Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice. He was admitted as a practitioner of the Supreme Court of South Australia and Supreme Court of Victoria in 2010 and has worked for Mangan Ey and Associates since 2007.
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Mr Ey is one of the independent Doyle’s Guide Recommended Criminal Lawyers in Adelaide. He has appeared successfully as counsel in numerous trials in the District Court and is a member of the Complex Counsel Panel. Mr Ey has assisted and appeared on a number of murder trials as Junior Counsel in the Supreme Court with success. He has undertaken successful appellate work as counsel in the Court of Criminal Appeal our State’s highest criminal jurisdiction.
Mr Ey also has a keen interest in licencing and traffic matters and will be able to assist you with all of your traffic matters. He understands that our licence is extremely important to us. With an excellent practical knowledge of Magistrates’ Court and District Court practice, Mr Ey will be able to efficiently produce advice and the optimal outcome available in the circumstances of your matter.
No matter is too big or too small.
Areas of expertise
Qualifications & Memberships
- B. Laws Adelaide University
- Bachelor of Commerce (Management)
- Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice – The College of Law
- Law Society of South Australia
Leesah Randall
Leesah Randall has a Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of International Studies and Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice. She was admitted as a practitioner of the Supreme Court of South Australia in 2009.
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Ms Randall has experience in the Magistrates, District and Supreme Courts, with a particular emphasis on the Murray Bridge Magistrates Court. Ms Randall is also a headnote writer for the South Australian State Reports. This allows her to keep up to date with the most recent judgments affecting her clients. Ms Randall is dedicated to getting her clients the best possible result. Her experience and sound knowledge of the law will ensure that you are guided and informed through the often daunting process at every step.
Ms Randall will be the solicitor primarily looking after our brand new Murray Bridge branch office. Ms Randall has been representing the people of Murray Bridge for her whole career with a particular emphasis in the last few years. She is committed to getting her clients the best possible result.
Areas of expertise
Qualifications & Memberships
- Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of International Studies
- Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice
- Law Society of SA
Alex Rice
Mr Rice holds a Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice from Flinders University and joined the firm in 2016 as a law clerk and was admitted in 2017.
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He has instructed and appeared as counsel in the Magistrates, District and Supreme Courts. He most regularly appears in Magistrates Court. He accepts legal aid matters.
Mr Rice has a sound knowledge of the law and as the youngest member of the firm devotes plenty of energy into achieving the best result for his clients.
Mr Rice comes to Mangan Ey & Associates from previous positions as a political advisor and has extensive experience at senior levels of Government.
Areas of expertise
Qualifications & Memberships
- Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of International Studies
- Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice
- Law Society of SA