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Bevan Mailman is the Managing Principal and Director of Jaramer Legal, bringing extensive experience as a corporate lawyer dedicated to advancing First Nations remote economies through a deep understanding of ancient cultures and traditions. He possesses a strong background in commercial transactions, corporate advisory, corporate structuring, and strategic development, particularly within the energy and agriculture sectors. Bevan’s work focuses on collaborating with remote and regional Indigenous communities across Australia and internationally. He assists these communities by evaluating their unique challenges and designing frameworks focused on enhanced governance, independence, and sustainable economic growth. His approach combines practical legal knowledge with culturally informed strategies to support community-led development. Beyond his role at Jaramer Legal, Bevan serves as Co-Chairman of Desert Springs Octopus, partnering with a global leader in drip irrigation technology to drive new enterprise, infrastructure, and community initiatives among remote Indigenous populations. He is also a board member of Aboriginal Housing Victoria, overseeing substantial social housing assets, contributes to RMIT’s College of Business and Law Industry Advisory Board, and directs Agency Projects, which promotes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art and culture on multiple levels. Bevan’s academic credentials include studies at the University of Melbourne Business School (MBA), Kellogg School of Management in the United States, and Otto Beisheim School of Management in Germany. He has lectured at university level in Public Policy and Law and has professional experience from notable firms and institutions, including Norton Rose Fulbright, National Australia Bank’s Corporate and Finance team, and the Mergers and Acquisitions team at Allens Arthur Robinson (now Allens Linklaters). In recognition of his contributions, Bevan was honoured as the 2021 Indigenous Leader of the Year at the Australian Law Awards.
Vice Chair
Bidja Wines
Dec 2024 - Present • 1 year 11 months
First Nations Advisor
Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Dec 2023 - Present • 2 years 11 months
Vice Chair
Nam Packaging
Sep 2023 - Present • 3 years 2 months
Board Member - College of Business and Law Industry Advisory Board
RMIT University
Oct 2022 - Present • 4 years 1 month
Chairman
Jiga Jiga Paint
Aug 2022 - Present • 4 years 3 months
Co-Founder and Co-Chairman
Desert Springs Octopus
Jan 2022 - Present • 4 years 10 months
Founder
Desert Springs Children and Community Initiative
Dec 2021 - Present • 4 years 11 months
Deputy Chairman
Agency Projects
Dec 2020 - Present • 5 years 11 months
Steering Committee Member
RMIT University
Aug 2020 - Present • 6 years 3 months
Global Indigenous Representative
NAALA - North American Australian Lawyers Alliance Incorporated
Jan 2019 - Jun 2023 • 4 years 5 months
Investment Committee Member
Impact Investment Partners Pty Ltd
Dec 2018 - Dec 2023 • 5 years
Expert Panel Member - Trade Negotiations
Indigenous Network for Investment, Trade & Export
Dec 2018 - Present • 7 years 11 months
Co-Founder/Chairman and Managing Director
Jaramer Legal
Dec 2017 - Present • 8 years 11 months
Co-Founder and Chairman
Desert Springs Projects
Dec 2016 - Present • 9 years 11 months
Director
Aboriginal Housing Victoria
Dec 2016 - Present • 9 years 11 months
Lecturer in Law
Deakin University
Dec 2015 - Dec 2017 • 2 years
Co-Founder and Chairman
Mailman & Associates
Dec 2011 - Present • 14 years 11 months
Lawyer - Corporate/M&A
Allens
Aug 2011 - Sep 2012 • 1 year 1 month
Director
Bravehearts
Dec 2010 - Dec 2013 • 3 years
Legal Counsel
National Australia Bank
Dec 2009 - Dec 2013 • 4 years
Chairman
WORAWA ABORIGINAL COLLEGE
Dec 2009 - Dec 2012 • 3 years
Associate
Federal Court of Australia
Feb 2007 - Sep 2008 • 1 year 7 months
Indigenous Advisory Committee Member
Law Council of Australia
Dec 2006 - Dec 2011 • 5 years
Law Tutor
University of Melbourne
Dec 2004 - Dec 2009 • 5 years
President
Tarwirri-Indigenous Law Students and Lawyers Association of Victoria
Dec 2004 - Dec 2007 • 3 years
Law Clerk/Lawyer
Deacons Lawyers (Norton Rose Fulbright)
Dec 2001 - Dec 2007 • 6 years
BA (English literature), LLB
University of Melbourne
Company Directors Course
Australian Institute of Company Directors
2011 - 2012
MBA, International Module - Koblenz, Germany
WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management
2008 - 2009
MBA, International Module - Chicago, US
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
2008 - 2009
MBA, International Module
Melbourne Business School
2008 - 2009
MBA
Melbourne Business School
2007 - 2010
Indigenous Leader of the Year
Australian Law Awards
Last checked: 15 May 2026 • Checked with Victorian Legal Services
