Haralabos Abelas

Haralabos Abelas serves as the Principal Solicitor at Sydney Attorneys, leveraging nearly two decades of experience in diverse legal jurisdictions. Admitted to practice in the NSW Supreme, Federal, and High Court of Australia, Mr Abelas combines his legal acumen with extensive involvement in global financial markets and the building and construction industry. His career trajectory includes pivotal roles at the Australian Securities and Investments Commission in Markets and Enforcement, tax law expertise at Ernst & Young, and significant involvement in Commonwealth Bank's Institutional Banking and Global Markets division. Mr Abelas’ legal practice is marked by his work in private law firms across Sydney’s CBD, culminating in the establishment of his own firm, Sydney Attorneys, where he provides first-rate legal representation. His clients benefit from his strategic vision, keen attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to service excellence, often leading to referrals from highly satisfied clients. In addition to his legal practice, Mr Abelas has a longstanding association with the University of Wollongong's School of Law as an Adjunct Lecturer and Sessional Academic Staff member. He has imparted knowledge across a wide array of subjects, including Revenue and Taxation Law, Contract Law, Torts, Commercial Law, and more. His dedication to education underscores his belief in nurturing the next generation of legal professionals. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Commerce and a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Wollongong, complemented by a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice. This robust academic foundation, combined with his extensive professional experience, positions Mr Abelas as a uniquely qualified legal practitioner and educator.