Carlos Vilela
For State House
District 42 is more than a place on the map. It is our home. It is where we raise our families, build our businesses, and invest in our future.
I am running for State House District 42 because our community deserves leadership rooted in dignity, respect, and practical solutions.
Throughout my career as an attorney and public servant, I have focused on solving problems, strengthening our institutions, and serving families with integrity. I believe government works best when it listens carefully, acts responsibly, and delivers real results for the people it serves.
My commitment to you is clear. I will work tirelessly to protect our freedoms, promote responsible economic growth, enhance public safety, and ensure our schools and courts serve our community effectively. I will always put District 42 first, above politics and special interests.
It would be an honor to earn your trust and represent you under the Gold Dome.
With gratitude,
Carlos
Meet Carlos
Carlos Vilela is a proven public servant, attorney and community leader running to represent our community in the State House.
Carlos has dedicated his career to serving Georgia families and strengthening the institutions that keep our communities safe and secure.
He is currently in private practice at a local firm providing legal services to immigrants, small businesses and families seeking estate planning. Prior to private practice, Carlos served as a Hearing Officer for the Cobb County Probate Court, where he worked to ensure fairness, efficiency and respect for the rule of law. Previously, he served as Assistant County Counsel in the Fulton County Attorney’s Office, advising Fulton County on matters such as: court administration, risk management, and real property management that impact taxpayers and local government operations.
Earlier in his career, Carlos served as Senior Staff Attorney to a Cobb County State Court Judge, where he gained firsthand experience in how our courts work from the inside— and how they can work to better the lives of everyday citizens. He began his legal career working with a local firm helping families with estate planning and small business disputes, and, after graduating from law school, worked with Catholic Charities of Atlanta assisting immigrants through the legal process.
Throughout his career, Carlos has developed deep expertise in Georgia law, in matters such as court operations, the Georgia Civil Practice Act, the Georgia Probate Code and election and campaign finance law.
Carlos has also taught paralegal courses on various topics and his students’ success gives him great joy.
He currently serves as Chair of the State Bar of Georgia’s Committee on Professionalism, and is an active member of both the State Bar of Georgia and the Cobb County Bar Association. Carlos has published articles on various legal topics.
Born in Venezuela, Carlos understands the value of freedom and opportunity. He immigrated to the United States as a child, became a naturalized citizen in 2003 and built his life and career here in Georgia. Fluent in Spanish and deeply committed to public service, Carlos believes in protecting the rule of law, supporting small businesses, strengthening families and ensuring government works responsibly and transparently for the people.
Carlos earned his law degree from Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School and his undergraduate degree from Georgia State University. He and his family are proud to call this community home.