Sue Chrysanthou to be reprimanded for representing Christian Porter in ABC defamation case despite conflict of interest

NSW Bar Council has resolved to reprimand barrister after finding she engaged in ‘unsatisfactory professional conduct’ after complaint by Jo Dyer

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The barrister Sue Chrysanthou is to be reprimanded by the Bar Council for “unsatisfactory professional conduct” related to her decision to represent Christian Porter in defamation proceedings against the ABC.

Guardian Australia understands the governing body of the New South Wales Bar Association made the decision on 8 June after a complaint from Jo Dyer.

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