Amanda Johnstone

Amanda Johnstone is a distinguished partner at Connor & Co Lawyers with more than 18 years of expertise in dispute resolution, litigation, environment and planning law, and local government law. She has adeptly managed significant commercial and planning matters across various judicial platforms in New South Wales, including the Local, District, and Supreme Courts, as well as the Land & Environment Court and the Federal Circuit Courts. Amanda's clientele includes a diverse array of corporate and individual clients whom she assists with issues ranging from general commercial disputes, contracts, and trade practices to negligence, personal injury, insolvency, bankruptcy, debt recovery, defamation, employment, and intellectual property matters. Her expertise extends to advising developers and property owners on complex environment and planning-related disputes, including defences to environmental prosecutions, planning and objector appeals, and litigation concerning contaminated land, boundary fences, and heritage issues. Having served as a partner at Connor & Co since 2021, Amanda has continually demonstrated her expertise in litigation and dispute resolution. She previously held the role of Special Counsel and began her notable legal career at Cowley Hearne, which later merged with Thomson Geer. Her academic accomplishments include a Masters of Environmental & Local Government Law and a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, both from Macquarie University. Amanda is respected for her ability to navigate intricate legal landscapes and her commitment to delivering practical, effective solutions. Her reputation is solidified by her collaborative work with barristers and her unwavering dedication to her clients' needs. She invites potential clients to reach out at amanda.johnstone@connorco.com.au for exceptional legal guidance.