Sue Chrysanthou SC
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Sue Chrysanthou SC is a leading defamation barrister whose practice also includes intellectual property matters, inquiries, breach of confidence and privacy disputes. She was called to the bar in 2004 and was appointed Senior Counsel in 2020.
She actively participates in law reform and frequently speaks about issues relating to defamation, freedom of speech, open justice, privacy and the media. Sue has acted in a number of key cases for plaintiffs and defendants including Rush v Nationwide News, Hanson-Young v Leyonhjelm, Herron v HarperCollins, Schiff v Nine, Lehrmann v Wilkinson and Deeming v Pesutto.
As a parent, pet owner, beekeeper, baker, wildlife carer and alleged amateur breakdancer, Sue offers a range of perspectives on legal and non-legal issues.
Areas of Practice
- Communications and Media Law
- Confidential Information
- Contracts
- Defamation
- Intellectual Property
- Privacy Law
- Suppression and non-publication orders
- Trade Practices
Educational Background
- Masters of Laws (UNSW)
- BComm(Media Arts & Production)/BLaws(First Class Honours) UTS
Admissions & Appointments
Senior Counsel – 2020
Barrister – 2004
Professional Recognition
Ranked in Doyles Guide as a Leading Defamation Senior Counsel – NSW, 2026
Ranked in Doyles Guide as a Leading Technology, Media & Telecommunications Senior Counsel – Australia, 2023 and 2024
Ranked in Doyles Guide as a Leading Technology, Media & Telecommunications Senior Counsel – NSW, since 2021
Ranked in Doyles Guide as a Leading Technology, Media & Telecommunications Junior Counsel – NSW, 2016, 2019 and 2020
Received a Spotlight in the Chambers and Partners, Media & Defamation: The Bar | Asia-Pacific 2026
Recognised in Best Lawyers 2027 Release for Litigation