Paul Kapetas

Paul Kapetas, Principal Lawyer at Knight Spencer Lawyers, brings over 25 years of extensive legal experience across both public and private sectors. His career reflects a deep commitment to planning, environment, and public law, supported by his dual qualifications in law and town planning. Before embarking on his legal career, Paul worked as a qualified town planner in both local government and private consultancy. This unique background equips him with a rare blend of strategic insight and practical understanding of development processes. As a result, Paul offers holistic and practical advice, ensuring clients navigate complex regulatory frameworks with confidence and clarity. Paul has held notable roles including General Counsel at the Council of the City of Ryde and Principal Lawyer at the Council of the City of Sydney. He also served as Corporate Counsel for a major private development company and worked as a solicitor in various private law practices. These roles have honed his expertise in administrative and municipal law, enabling him to provide strategic legal advice and strong representation. At Knight Spencer Lawyers, Paul leads a team that specialises in providing integrated legal solutions that support practical outcomes for development projects, from concept to completion. The firm's multidisciplinary approach ensures clients receive clear guidance and proactive strategies to tackle even the most challenging planning and environmental issues. With keen insight into public authority regulations and decision-making processes, Paul and his team offer concise advice and robust representation in public law matters, ensuring clients achieve their project goals efficiently and effectively. Paul holds a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Technology Sydney and a Bachelor of Town Planning (Hons) from UNSW, underscoring his dedication to both fields. His leadership at Knight Spencer Lawyers continues to drive success in providing comprehensive and insightful legal services.