The CSO is headed by the Crown Solicitor, Ian Knight. The policies and procedures applicable in the CSO are formulated by the Executive Committee consisting of the Crown Solicitor (Chairperson), the Deputy Crown Solicitor, Peter Anet and the Practice Manager, Denise McOnie.

Ian Knight was appointed Crown Solicitor for the State of NSW in 1994. He heads the Government Law Practice Group which specialises in law relating to the Executive, Parliament, Public Sector and independent bodies. He joined the CSO in 1970 and served with the organisation for 10 years as Assistant Crown Solicitor before taking up the position of Ombudsman for the Northern Territory and Delegate of the Commonwealth Ombudsman in 1991.

Peter Anet joined the CSO in 1980. He heads the State's legal response to native title issues and has advised and participated in negotiations with both the Commonwealth and other States regarding government response to the Mabo, Wik and Yorta decisions. Also experienced in Constitutional Law, his work has included advice on the implications for the State of NSW should Australia become a republic. Peter is also experienced in commercial and criminal law as well as conveyancing.

Denise McOnie has over 20 years experience as a solicitor and is a graduate of UNSW with degrees in both Commerce and Law. Prior to her appointment as Practice Manager of the CSO, she was the Assistant Crown Solicitor in charge of the Community Law Practice Group. As the Practice Manager of CSO, she is responsible for HR, Training, Finance, IM&T and Marketing. Denise played a significant role in the successful commercialisation of the CSO and continues to play a significant role in its development and growth as a successful competitor for government legal services.