Dr Angela Pierce stands as a distinguished figure in both the legal and dental professions. As the Principal Solicitor at Angela Pierce and Associates, Angela guides her law firm with a focus on health and medical law, addressing matters such as disciplinary hearings, medical malpractice, and tribunal proceedings. Her expertise extends to business and employment law, particularly in drafting contracts in the health sector, as well as wills and estates law, where she holds an association with the Society of Trusts and Estates Practitioners. Angela's career is marked by a rich history of contributing to both academia and professional bodies. A former state president of the Australian Dental Association, she has been honoured with the ADASA Branch Life Membership and a Distinguished Service Award for her unwavering dedication to the dental community. She took on significant roles at the University of Adelaide, including Associate Dean of Dentistry, and was actively involved in shaping academic discourse as Deputy Convenor of the Academic Board. Her legal acumen is complemented by her role as a Deputy Director of the Commonwealth Department of Health Professional Services Review, where she scrutinises the provision of Medicare services by health practitioners. Angela's contribution to legal and health sectors is further solidified through her tenure as a professional member of the South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal. Angela's diverse and extensive background includes legal practice and senior dental roles alongside her academic achievements. She holds a PhD in Dentistry from the renowned Karolinska Institute in Sweden and a Master of Laws from the Australian National University, highlighting her dedication to continuous learning and excellence. Now based in Sydney, Angela extends her legal services to clients across Australia, actively participating in both the Law Society of NSW and the Law Society of South Australia. Her career trajectory reflects her commitment to melding her deep understanding of both dental and legal disciplines, offering a unique perspective to her clients.
Dentist
Riken Dental Group
Oct 2020 - Apr 2022 • 1 year 6 months
Principal Solicitor
Angela Pierce and Associates
Jul 2016 - Present • 10 years 4 months
Dentist
Bupa Dental Adelaide
May 2016 - Apr 2022 • 5 years 11 months
Solicitor
Lamont Black Lawyers
Jul 2013 - Jul 2016 • 3 years
Dentist
LHT Children's Dentistry
Mar 2008 - Apr 2016 • 8 years 1 month
Dentist
Burnside Dental Surgery
Jan 2005 - May 2016 • 11 years 4 months
Deputy Convenor, Academic Board
Jan 1998 - Dec 1999 • 1 year 11 months
Associate Dean, School of Dentistry
Jan 1993 - Dec 1997 • 4 years 11 months
Senior Lecturer, School of Dentistry
University of Adelaide
Jan 1992 - Dec 2002 • 10 years 11 months
Lecturer
Jun 1988 - Dec 1991 • 3 years 6 months
Research Associate/PhD student
Karolinska Institutet
Jul 1985 - Jun 1988 • 2 years 11 months
Lecturer, School of Dentistry
University of Adelaide
Jan 1983 - Jul 1985 • 2 years 6 months
Senior Dentist
Queen Elizabeth hospital
Mar 1982 - Jul 1982 • 4 months
Tutor
University of Adelaide
Feb 1980 - Nov 1982 • 2 years 9 months
Dentist
Various Dental Practices
Jan 1979 - Aug 1985 • 6 years 7 months
Dentist
Cambridge Dental Surgey
Jan 1978 - Dec 1978 • 11 months
Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD)
Australian Institute of Company Directors
2020
Master of Laws (Legal Practice)
The Australian National University
2013 - 2014
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, Law
The Australian National University
2011 - 2012
Juris Doctor Honours, Law
University of New England (AU)
2008 - 2011
Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investment
Securities Institute of Australia
1999 - 2003
Doctor of Odontology (PhD), Oral Pathology - Hard tissue resorption
Karolinska Institutet
1985 - 1988
Master of Dental Surgery, Oral Pathology
University of Adelaide
1982 - 1984
Bachelor of Dental Surgery
University of Adelaide
1973 - 1977
Matriculation
Loreto Convent
1964 - 1972
Last checked: 19 Mar 2026 • Checked with Law Society of NSW
