City of sydney law society

DAVID BARKER AM, is Emeritus Professor of Law at UTS, having been Dean of the Faculty 1997 – 2005. Admitted as a practising solicitor in 1993, a member of the Committee of the City of Sydney Law Society since 1995 and President in 2009.  He is a Secretary/Life Fellow of the Australian Academy of Law anda current correspondent for the Australian Family Law Journal and author of A History of Australian Legal Education. Formerly Chair of the Australian Law Deans, President/Secretary of the Australasian Law Academics Association and a member of the NSW Legal Profession Admission Board.

ANGELO BILIAS, admitted 1998. CSLS member since 2015. Principal of boutique law practice of Bilias & Associates specialising in criminal law, civil litigation, land and environment law and local government law with the firm having over 50 years of combined experience in law. He has served multiple terms representing the profession on the Law SocietyCouncil. member of the NSW Pro Bono Scheme and a member of the CSLS Duty Solicitors Scheme at the Downing Centre Local Court.

ALEXANDRA BRADLEY, admitted 1995. CSLS member since 2012. Sole practitioner of Bradley Legal Sydney practising in family law, wills & estates, civil litigation and NCAT. As a sole practitioner, I am aware of the needs and challenges of small law firms. I am a lecturer at The College of Law. I am also a Registered Civil Marriage Celebrant. As a member of the CSLS committee my particular interests are as follows: 1. To help grow the membership of the CSLS by being attuned to the needs of our members and helping to set achievable goals to increase membership. 2. To foster fraternity for our members by welcoming and involving members who attend CSLS functions and seminars. 3. By adding to the enjoyment of belonging to the CSLS by assisting in the planning and presentation of activities such as the annual dinner, law breakfasts and other social activities. 4. To help the professional development of solicitors.

WAYNE DIXON, CSLS member since 2015. Former Vice President and President. Sole practitioner and principal of Dixon Lawyers practising in commercial law transactions and litigation, real property and mortgage fraud, family law and wills & estate law. Previous positions held including Public Officer, Vice President and President of Eastern Suburbs District Junior Rugby Club, Bondi Breakers and McAuley Junior Football Club. Strongly believes in serving and contributing to the community and as a CSLS committee member allow for the contribution to the legal profession and continuing education.

COLLEEN DONNELLY, admitted 1987. CSLS member since 2006. Former CSLS President. Suburban sole practitioner since 2006. Practising in criminal. Committed to the rule of law, and the assault on it by successive governments using the “law and order” debate to erode civil liberties. Keen to address the problems faced by women with children in the profession, having experienced the difficulties in obtaining employment following a time away from the profession caring for children. Co-ordinator of the Downing Centre Duty Solicitors’ Scheme.

YUNFENG “DANIEL” DU, admitted 2020.  Strong interests in Humanitarian Law, Equity & Family Law. Major concerns are AI’s impact on existing practitioners and future practitioners; Reputation of the legal profession in the communities and well-being of legal practitioners. A CSLS member since 2019.

ZOE DURAND,  a CSLS member since 2024r, practised as a lawyer for 16 years at leading national and international commercial law firms, in family law private practice and as a Court Appointed Independent Children's Lawyer.  Law Life Logic Magic (approaches to mediation) written and created by Zoe recently won the Lawyer International - Legal 100 Award for contribution to multimedia Legal Education. The film screened at the Pacifica Congress Conference, Cairns 15-17 August 2024.

MICHAEL FINCH. CSLS member since 2023. Current CSLS Junior Vice President. Partner of a law firm. Michael is highly competent in the areas of building and construction law, insolvency, and defamation. He frequently publishes articles and presents them to industry stakeholders on these topics. As an accredited member of the Australian Restructuring Insolvency Turnaround Association, Michael works closely with leading insolvency practitioners.

NEA GOODMAN, admitted 1983. CSLS member since 2000. Current CSLS Secretary. Solicitor at Department of Communities & Justice. Practicing in family law, child protection, administrative law, civil litigation, wills and estates.  Of particular interest is keeping up with regulations/legislation, the operation of new AML and trafficking/slavery legislation.

GRANT HOLMAN, admitted 2019. Sole practitioner practising in criminal, traffic, serious crash, heavy vehicle, animal law and estate planning. Particularly interested in serious crash and traffic law, elder abuse and succession law, First Nations and low socio-economic clients.

SHAUNA JARRETT, admitted in 1993. CSLS Members since 2019.  A sole practitioner with experience in NSW Young Lawyers Executive, Law Society Council of NSW, NSW Women Lawyers Executive, City of Sydney Council. Worked for Plaintiff/Defendant firms, rural practice, large firms, University of Sydney and sole practice since admission. Served on the Boards of legal centres, Law Cover, arts organisations and for-purpose charities. Of particular interest are private client matters, responsibilities imposed on sole and small practices through regulation and supporting CBD practitioners.

JIM KOUKOURAS admitted 2018, Jim is a Senior Associate specialising in real estate and commercial transactions, including leasing, development, general business law, acquisitions, disposals, and has particular expertise within the service station, petroleum, and childcare industries.

ALLISON LENARD, admitted in 2011. In-House Employment lawyer and workplace relations professional with over a decade of experience advising across private, public, and not-for-profit sectors.Provides strategic advice and advocacy on enterprise bargaining, unfair dismissal, general protections, and legislative compliance across diverse industries. Holds BA (Industrial Relations), an LLB and an MBA, supporting governance and strategic decision-making, a qualified mediator with WHS and training certifications. Current governance roles include Councillor and Non-Executive Director, Workers’ Educational Association; HR Committee Chair, Workers’ Educational Association; Deputy Chair, Inner Sydney Voice; and Non-Executive Director, NSW Masonic Club.

WENDY LOCKE, admitted 1994. CSLS member since 2008 and a Committee Member for the past two years.  A solicitor with a Master of Laws from the University of Sydney, with experience in medico-legal personal injury and family law, and previously worked as a Judge’s Associate within the Attorney General’s Department. A trained and qualified as a Registered Nurse, secondary school teacher, counsellor, and mediator (LEADR), bringing cross-sector experience in law, health, and community advocacy, with strong stakeholder engagement skills. Current Chair of the Annual Dinner, Lawski and Public Speaking and Debating subcommittees. Wendy is active in the community and has strong connections within the judiciary and senior legal profession, as well as high-profile personnel outside of the legal profession, giving hera broader network that I draw on to enhance the profile of the CSLS.

GEORGE MAVRAKIS, admitted 1988. CSLS member since 2008. Current CSLS Treasurer. Sole practitioner/Special Counsel practising in property and litigation. Particular interest in small practices continuing to exist and collaborate with each other. Avid promotor of CSLS on social media.

ANNELIESE OLDCASTLE, admitted 2018. CSLS member since 2020.Current CSLS Senior Vice President. Areas of interest include International humanitarian law, constitutional law, public law, intellectual property, trade practices, and commercial law.

TIJANA PETKOVIC, the current President of CSLS, having been on the Committee for a number of years. Tijana was admitted over 18 years ago and is a Director at Blanchfield Nicholls, a leading specialist Family Law practice in Sydney and Australia as recognised by the prestigious peer nominated Doyles Guide. In addition to running a busy practice, Tijana regularly presents legal seminars for the profession including for CSLS, and was involved in organising and running the Society’s first international conference in Japan in March 2026. Tijana’s President’s priorities included elevating CSLS profile, and supporting our members and their practices via the Society’s extensive offering of high quality CPDs, and social and networking events.

ANTHONY RESTUCCIA, admitted 1962. CSLS member since 2000. Past President and Past Treasurer. Was aole practitioner practising in criminal law, administrative law and advisings and the Rule of Law and Justice. Past Coordinator of the Downing Centre Duty Solicitors Scheme and the Annual Downing Centre Cocktail Event (2000-2024).

CHARLES STANFORD, admitted 1986.  CSLS member since 2016.  Sole practitioner. Varied practice of conveyancing, commercial, litigation, will & estates.

DEBORAH TRESISE, admitted 2015. CSLS member since 2015. Sole Practitioner practising in wills & estate, commercial law, family law and litigation. In my practice, Deborah is committed to empowering clients, assisting them navigate difficult times and in making a difference. 

ELIZABETH WANG, admitted 2017. CSLS member since 2016.

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