Matt Collins
Matt Collins is a prominent barrister known for his expertise in defamation law. He gained media attention as the legal representative for Sydney MP Alex Greenwich in a high-profile case against former NSW One Nation leader Mark Latham, where Collins argued that Latham's offensive tweet constituted a 'vile, homophobic attack.' His advocacy contributed to a Federal Court ruling that awarded Greenwich significant damages for the defamatory comments.
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Matt Collins is the lawyer heading Ten's legal team in the defamation case against Bruce Lehrmann.
Ten, Wilkinson hit back over ‘rape myths’ appeal bid
Australia· 2026-02-02
Both Ten and Wilkinson, via their barristers Dr Matt Collins, KC, and Sue Chrysanthou, SC, successfully argued that the appeal court could go further than Lee.
Lehrmann learns his fate in high-stakes defamation appealAustralia· 2025-12-03
Matt Collins is the barrister representing Alex Greenwich in the defamation case.
Alex Greenwich seeks higher damages award in Mark Latham defamation caseAustralia· 2025-11-26
Dr. Matt Collins, KC, is leading Greenwich’s legal team in the court case.
Mark Latham’s fight after offensive tweet cost him more than $500,000Australia· 2025-11-25
Dr Matt Collins, KC, represented Alex Greenwich in the defamation case against Mark Latham.
Mark Latham could be kicked from NSW ParliamentAustralia· 2025-07-16
Matt Collins called on the Irish Government to demand the release of those detained in Egypt.
People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy detained in Egypt by the authorities – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-06-13
Matt Collins is Greenwich’s barrister who described Latham's tweet as a vile, homophobic attack.
Offensive tweet about Alex Greenwich set to cost Mark Latham more than $500,000Australia· 2025-04-04