

Jonathon Idas is a distinguished Australian corporate and commercial solicitor, serving as the Principal Solicitor at Idas Law. With over two decades of legal practice spanning Sydney and London, Jonathon has honed his expertise in corporate, commercial, property, and finance law. His comprehensive knowledge extends to cross-border insolvency and corporate debt litigation, showcasing his versatility in managing complex legal matters. As Principal Solicitor at Idas Law since January 2023, Jonathon continues to guide clients through the intricacies of property law and consumer lending, among other areas. His prior roles include a noteworthy tenure at Collection House Group, where he served as Chief Legal Officer and Company Secretary. In these positions, Jonathon played a pivotal role in legal operations for nearly six years. His career also features significant leadership experience as Legal Practitioner Director at CLH Lawyers and Director at Australian Receivables Limited, further establishing his authoritative presence in the Greater Sydney legal community. Earlier in his career, Jonathon held director roles at Turnbull Bowles Lawyers and Forbes Dowling Lawyers Pty Ltd, gaining valuable insights into the Australian legal landscape. Jonathon's journey in law began with roles at prestigious firms such as Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer in London, Watkins Tapsell Solicitors and Barristers, Chegwidden Solicitors, and Holman Webb Lawyers. Each position has contributed to his robust understanding of both local and international legal systems. Academically, Jonathon is well-prepared with a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting from Macquarie University, laying a strong foundation for his practice. His dedication to excellence and commitment to client service continue to define his esteemed career.
Solicitor Director
Turnbull Bowles Lawyers
Solicitor
Chegwidden Solicitors

Solicitor
Watkins Tapsell Solicitors and Barristers

Solicitor
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
Solicitor
Hewitson Moorhead

Principal Solicitor
Idas Law
Jan 2023 - Present • 3 years 10 months
Company Secretary
Collection House Group
Nov 2020 - Jun 2023 • 2 years 7 months

Legal Practitioner Director
CLH Lawyers
Sep 2017 - Jun 2023 • 5 years 9 months
Chief Legal Officer
Collection House Group
Sep 2017 - Jun 2023 • 5 years 9 months
Director
Australian Receivables Limited
Jun 2016 - Sep 2017 • 1 year 3 months
Solicitor Director
Forbes Dowling Lawyers Pty Ltd
Jul 2011 - Sep 2017 • 6 years 2 months

Paralegal and Solicitor
Holman Webb Lawyers
Jan 2001 - Jan 2003 • 2 years

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
Macquarie University
1998 - 2002

Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Accounting
Macquarie University
1998 - 2002
Last checked: 18 Sept 2026 • Checked with Law Society of NSW