Principal Bill Kalantzis founded Kalantzis Lawyers in 1998, bringing a wealth of experience from his tenure at Polygram Film International in London and his significant roles as in-house counsel for prominent Sydney media firms Foreign Language Publications and Media Press. With more than two decades of expertise in media law, Bill is renowned as one of Sydney's premier defamation experts. His firm has a solid track record of success, having represented plaintiffs and defendants in defamation cases across various esteemed courts, including the Federal Court of Australia, the Supreme Courts of NSW, Victoria, and the Australian Capital Territory, as well as the District Court of NSW. Bill offers counsel on pre-publication issues and is adept at advising on reputation management and protection. His legal proficiency extends to property law, wills and estates, and a range of general commercial matters. Clients benefit from his extensive knowledge in intellectual property, commercial and business disputes, and property dispute resolution.
Principal
Kalantzis Lawyers
May 1998 - Present • 28 years 6 months
Last checked: 24 Jun 2026 • Checked with Law Society of NSW
