Angela Cooney

National Practice Director Armstrong Legal

Sydney, NSW

About Angela

Angela Cooney serves as the National Practice Director of Criminal Law at Armstrong Legal and is recognised as an Accredited Criminal Law Specialist. Known for her confident and formidable advocacy, Angela provides expert legal representation in complex and serious criminal matters. Her extensive experience spans the Local and District Courts, the Court of Criminal Appeal, and federal jurisdictions, where she handles a wide range of criminal and traffic offences, including strictly indictable trials. Angela's deep understanding of the interrelated issues in criminal law allows her to guide clients with sensitivity through challenging legal processes. Committed to delivering high-quality legal advice, she ensures her clients receive clear and comprehensible guidance, enhancing their experience with first-class legal service. Her contributions extend beyond the courtroom, with Angela sharing her insights through podcasts and publications. She has been featured on Lawyers Weekly, discussing topics like the sustainability of justice and bias in court proceedings. Her writing includes impactful articles such as The Case that Changed Me. Her work has been recognised with accolades such as the Lawyers Weekly 30 under 30 finalist in 2019 and being named among the Elite Women in Law by Australasian Lawyer in 2021. Angela has been with Armstrong Legal since 2012, ascending from a solicitor to National Practice Director. She holds a Bachelor of Law with First Class Honours from the University of Technology Sydney. Her dedication to her field and her clients is reflected in her commendations, including being a Doyle's Recommended Traffic Lawyer in 2022.

Practice areas

Criminal & Traffic

Resume

Experience

National Practice Director

Armstrong Legal

Aug 2020 - Present • 6 years 2 months

Managing Associate

Armstrong Legal

Aug 2015 - Aug 2020 • 5 years

Solicitor

Elizabeth Fleming & Associates

Jun 2012 - May 2015 • 2 years 11 months

Education

Bachelor of Law with First Class Honours

University of Technology Sydney

2008 - 2011

Awards

2021

Elite Women in Law – Top 50

Australasian Lawyer

2019

Finalist – Lawyers Weekly 30 under 30

Lawyers Weekly

Contact information

Sydney, NSW

Level 35, 31 Market Street, Sydney, NSWWebsite

Practice certificate

Name: Angela Cooney
Date of admission: 2012
Specialisations: Criminal Law
Certification type: Employee of a law practice
Class: Law Practice
Region: NSW

Last checked: 22 Apr 2026 • Checked with Law Society of NSW

Practice areas

Criminal & Traffic

Criminal Law