Amy Munro

Date of admission to the Bar

2012

Background

Amy appears, both led and unled, in a range of jurisdictions, including appellate and trial courts, and commissions of inquiry. In 2022, the Chambers and Partners Guide described Amy as “an amazing junior who doesn’t need leading”, while also noting that she “works well with solicitors, is great for big matters and does well on her feet in cross-examination”.

Prior to being called to the Bar, Amy was a Senior Associate in the Dispute Resolution Group at Mallesons. She graduated with first class honours in law and holds a Master of Laws. Amy was also awarded the Highest Aggregate Mark in the February 2012 Bar Exams.

Rankings

• Chambers and Partners Asia Pacific Guide 2023, 2022 –Band 2 Dispute Resolution Junior Counsel
• Chambers and Partners Asia Pacific 2021 – Band 4 Dispute Resolution Junior Counsel
• Doyles Guide 2023. 2022, 2021, 2020 (NSW) –Recommended Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution Junior Counsel
• Doyles Guide 2023, 2021 (NSW) –Recommended Insolvency and Restructuring Junior Counsel
• The Legal 500, Asia Pacific, Australia Bar. Commercial Disputes – Leading Juniors, Band 2

Qualifications

• Highest Aggregate Score in the February 2012 Bar Exams
• Master of Laws (USYD)
• Bachelor of Laws (First Class Honours) (UTS)
• Bachelor of Arts in Communication (UTS)

Appointments

• Bar Councillor, NSW Bar Association (2022 – 2023)
• Professional Conduct Committee, NSW Bar Association (2022 – 2024)
• Chair, Redfern Legal Centre (2012 – 2020)
• Director, Redfern Legal Centre (2010 – 2012)