Clarissa Amato

Clarissa Amato, a Barrister with a distinguished career, has been making an impact in the field of litigation since being called to the Bar in 2008. Her early career at a high-profile media law practice in London laid a strong foundation for her burgeoning expertise in media, privacy, and defamation law. Her advocacy skills are recognised across the profession, particularly in complex legal matters where she provides exceptional counsel to her clients. Clarissa is acknowledged as a leading figure in Technology, Media, and Telecommunications, earning a spot as a Preeminent Junior Counsel in Doyles Guide for 2025. Her expertise encompasses a range of areas including privacy and data protection, defamation, breach of confidence, trademark, and consumer law. Her clientele includes major Australian media outlets, publishers, and notable individuals, whom she represents in high-stakes defamation and privacy cases. Beyond her focus on media and communications, Clarissa maintains an extensive commercial practice. She handles diverse legal challenges, from contract disputes and consumer law claims to family law matters. Her skills are also sought after in regulatory investigations and Commissions of Inquiry, where she represents persons of interest. Clarissa's professional accolades extend to her ranking in Doyles Guide as Leading and Recommended Junior Counsel in NSW for several years, and recognition by the World Trademark Review as a Leading Expert in Trademark Litigation. Her commitment to excellence and client service is evident in every aspect of her practice.