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Eva Bailey

Partner Mellor Olsson Lawyers

Adelaide, SA

About Eva

Eva Bailey is a highly regarded Partner in the family law team at Mellor Olsson, bringing a wealth of experience and dedication to her role. Having joined as a Partner in 2022, Eva is noted for her compassionate approach, striving to achieve excellent outcomes for her clients in a cost-effective manner during challenging times. She adeptly handles a wide array of family law issues, including intricate property settlements that often involve complex asset structures, and is well-versed in all facets of children's matters such as parenting arrangements and child support. Eva also possesses significant expertise in adult adoptions under the Adoption Act (SA) and intervention order matters under the relevant legislation. Her journey began with roles at other esteemed South Australian firms, where she honed her skills over many years. Eva's tenure at Andersons Solicitors saw her rise to the position of Partner, where she spent nearly nine years addressing family law matters and attending court. Her previous experience includes time at Websters Lawyers and Scammell & Co, further building her proficiency in family law through client interactions and court proceedings. Eva's early career was shaped by her role as a Judges Associate at the District Court of South Australia, which provided invaluable insights into judicial processes. She holds a Bachelor of Laws with Honours and a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Adelaide, alongside a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from the Law Society of South Australia.

Practice areas

Family Law

Resume

Experience

Partner

Mellor Olsson

Apr 2022 - Present • 4 years 6 months

Partner

Andersons Solicitors

Sep 2017 - Apr 2022 • 4 years 7 months

Senior Associate

Andersons Solicitors

Oct 2013 - Sep 2017 • 3 years 11 months

Solicitor/Barrister

Websters Lawyers

Sep 2008 - Oct 2013 • 5 years 1 month

Solicitor/Barrister

Scammell & Co

Jan 2004 - Jan 2008 • 4 years

Judges Associate

District Court SA

Dec 2001 - Dec 2003 • 2 years

Education

Graduate Diploma, Legal Practise

Law Society of South Australia

2001 - 2001

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with Honours

University of Adelaide

1997 - 2000

Bachelor of Commerce - BCom

University of Adelaide

1996

Awards

2025

Leading Family & Divorce Lawyer

Doyles Guide

2024

Leading Parenting, Custody & Children's Matters

Doyles Guide

2023

Finalist - Family Law Partner of the Year

Lawyers Weekly

Contact information

Adelaide, SA

Level 6, 89 Pirie Street, Adelaide, SAWebsite

Practice certificate

Name: Eva Bailey
Date of admission: 2002
Certification type: A

Last checked: 25 Feb 2026 • Checked with Law Society of South Australia

Practice areas

Family Law