Insight, expertise, and a rich history of sustained success. Established in 1957, Two Wentworth is renowned as one of Sydney’s leading barristers’ chambers and, certainly within New South Wales, a highly regarded destination for the legal sector’s leading practitioners. Located on Phillip Street in the heart of the CBD, Two Wentworth extends to its clients’ incomparable standards of advocacy, advice and representation. We are highly respected as a leader in the professional development, and mentorship of Australia’s next generation of elite barristers and readers.
Who we are
Having been around since 1957, a lot has changed within the legal landscape. Testament to our longevity has been our ability to change with it. Whilst Two Wentworth established its early reputation around outstanding proficiency in common law, today we operate across all Australian court and tribunal jurisdictions. Our Floor Members are engaged in diverse practice areas that include, but are not limited to, administrative law, commercial litigation, common law, equity and trusts, family, succession, insurance, local government, and taxation.
Critically, Two Wentworth is made up of people who are not only professionally exceptional, but passionate about their craft and the people that they represent.
What we do
Two Wentworth’s barristers are highly accomplished practitioners and advocates. Our Floor Members play an active role in alternative dispute resolution including four of our Senior Members who hold accreditations as mediators, arbitrators and expert determiners. Our expertise spans common law including personal injury, abuse and medical negligence, as well as succession law matters dealing with estates, wills and trusts. Our valuable insight encompasses criminal and family law, real estate, property, construction, and taxation.
Join Us
We extend a warm invitation to prospective members as well as readers seeking a supportive community and mentorship opportunities. Joining Two Wentworth opens doors to collaboration, professional growth, and a nurturing environment where both careers and friendships flourish.
Our Barristers
John Armfield
Barrister / Mediator
Admitted to the Bar in 1983 and an accredited mediator with the NSW Bar Association, John is an expert in family provision and estate litigation. A regular legal conference speaker, he has been recognised in Doyle’s Guide in 2015, 2017 – 2020, 2022 and 2023 as a Pre-eminent Leading Wills and Estates Litigation Junior Barrister.
