Chambers Review
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Dispute Resolution: The Bar - Australia
What the Team is Known For
153 Phillip Barristers brings together nearly 20 barristers and mediators whose experience spans a wide range of practice areas, with appearances in courts and tribunals nationwide as well as in arbitration and mediation. The set is particularly noted for its expertise in media, information law and defamation. Natalie Biondi is the clerk and primary point of contact.
Notable practitioners
Matthew Richardson SC is widely instructed by media defendants in significant defamation and privacy matters, with experience spanning both state and federal jurisdictions. He regularly publishes and speaks on media and information law topics, and serves as co-chair of the NSW Bar Association’s Media, Information Law and Technology Committee.
Matthew is very approachable and cuts to the core of complex issues.
Sue Chrysanthou SC is widely recognised for her leading defamation practice at the New South Wales Bar. She frequently appears in high-profile matters and represents both plaintiffs and defendants.
Sue is the pre-eminent silk in media law. Additionally, she is down to earth and a great communicator with solicitors and clients.
Sue is amazing. She is technically brilliant and charming to boot.