Angelo Bilias
About
Angelo Bilias has had the privilege of representing the profession on the Law Society Council and is seeking re-election to continue this important work. As a suburban solicitor and principal of his own practice for more than two decades, Angelo understands the challenges faced daily by small firms, sole practitioners, and colleagues in suburban and regional areas. His focus remains on ensuring these voices are central to the Council’s work.
He has served as Councillor and Director of the Law Society of NSW, Chair of the Disclosure Committee, and as a Director of Lawcover. He also contributes as a member of the Professional Conduct, Licensing, Examinations and Legal Qualifications Committees, where he has consistently advocated for fairness, transparency, and accountability.
Through his practice, Bilias & Associates, Angelo has first-hand experience of the pressures of practice management, client service, and navigating court processes that often disadvantage smaller firms. These experiences ground his contributions to Council with practical, real-world knowledge.
Priorities
- Increase Legal Aid rates to reflect the real cost of legal services, ensuring access to justice and fair remuneration for practitioners.
- Protect the viability of small firms and sole practitioners by advocating for fairer policies and a reduced regulatory burden.
- Improve member access to the Law Society with more responsive handling of inquiries and timely, practical assistance.
- Modernise court processes through greater use of electronic filing, AVL, and streamlined procedures.
- Support wellbeing and fairness with stronger mental health initiatives and a disciplinary system that is proportionate, transparent, and respectful of practitioners’ rights.
"I remain committed to ensuring the Law Society is modern, inclusive, and responsive to its 42,000 members. With your support, I will continue to serve with integrity, independence, and the voice of a working suburban solicitor.
To ensure the Law Society has diverse and expert leadership, I am seeking re-election to Council with 5 other lawyers that I encourage you to support."
Angelo Bilias
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