Mal Ryan and Glen

Mansfield, VIC | Alexandra, VIC

About us

Mal Ryan & Glen has been a pillar of the Mansfield community for over a century. Founded in 1921 by Malachy Ryan, who acquired the practice of Michael Francis Bourke, the firm has grown alongside the township, maintaining close ties to the local community throughout its development. Malachy Ryan’s dedication and legal acumen earned him a distinguished reputation in the High Country, where he practised as a sole solicitor for nearly two decades before expanding by acquiring another local practice in 1939. The firm’s growth continued in the late 1940s when William Henderson Glen was introduced through a Melbourne-based firm’s regional expansion efforts. A fortuitous meeting between Malachy Ryan and Bill Glen led to the merging of their practices and the creation of Mal Ryan & Glen, marking the beginning of a longstanding partnership rooted in shared values and community service. Following Malachy Ryan’s passing in 1959, his son Rodney returned to Mansfield to carry on the firm’s legacy, combining his passion for law with a commitment to the region’s growth. Rodney, alongside Bill Glen, steered the firm through prosperous times. After decades of service, Rodney transitioned to a consultant role before retiring in 2016, having helped nurture the firm’s reputation for dependable legal advice and strong community links. David Parsons, a local Mansfield graduate who completed his clerkship with the firm, later joined as a partner and led the practice through the early 2000s. In 2013, Katie Lockey, who had been practising with Mal Ryan & Glen, took ownership. Under her guidance, the firm continues to focus on key legal areas such as wills and estate planning, probate, property conveyancing, and business sales and purchases, reflecting its ongoing dedication to supporting individuals and families across the High Country. Mal Ryan & Glen’s enduring commitment to the community extends beyond legal services. The firm actively sponsors numerous local events and organisations including the Mansfield, Alexandra, and Yea Shows, Mansfield Grand Parade, Women in the North East Network, and several cultural and sporting initiatives. This engagement underscores the firm’s belief in fostering strong community ties and contributing meaningfully to the region it has served for more than 100 years.

Practice areas

Commercial Law

Conveyancing

Criminal & Traffic

Employment Law

Estate Planning

Specialisations

Conveyancing

Mal Ryan & Glen offer comprehensive conveyancing services tailored to meet the needs of clients buying, selling, or managing residential, commercial, and farming properties in Mansfield and surrounding regions. With a team comprising both solicitors and conveyancers, they handle a wide array of matters including subdivisions, planning permits, covenants, section 173 agreements, easements, and transfers. Their combination of technical knowledge and local experience ensures smooth transactions and effective resolution of any property-related legal issues that arise. Additionally, the firm provides specialised conveyancing services for alpine property transactions, including the sale and purchase of alpine apartments, lease negotiations, and business sales within alpine resorts. They also advise on the State Government Alpine Leasing Policy and related regulatory requirements, GST implications, and the structuring of management agreements and head lessee companies. This extensive expertise supports clients through complex property dealings in the unique alpine context throughout North East Victoria.

Estate Planning

Mal Ryan & Glen offer comprehensive services in wills and estate planning, tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Their extensive experience in administering deceased estates guarantees meticulous and accurate management of wills, enduring powers of attorney, and medical treatment decision maker appointments. By prioritising personalised service, they ensure clients receive clear guidance and support throughout the estate planning process. Serving communities in Mansfield, Alexandra, Benalla, Yea, and the broader North East of Victoria, the firm provides practical advice and resources designed to empower clients in making informed decisions. Their dedication to upholding clients’ intentions and protecting their interests is reflected in their thorough approach to all aspects of estate documentation and administration.