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.