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Johnson Winter Slattery

Sydney, New South Wales-based Johnson Winter Slattery operates in Law Practice. It is a partnership, and its site is jws.com.au. It holds six addresses on record, all in Australia. Headcount on record is 501. Its work is tagged foreign direct investment, tax and property. It is listed alongside eight similar brands, mostly in Law Practice.

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Profile live Partnership Founded 1993 1 office country
Counted staff
501
self-reported 201–500 band
Founded
1993
33 years
Legal entities
None matched
Office countries
1
6 addresses
Funding rounds
None on record
Company type
Partnership
self-reported
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Description

Johnson Winter Slattery (JWS) is a leading Australian law firm known for advising corporates and funds on their most complex transactions, disputes and regulatory matters.

At JWS, we build authentic, long-term relationships and have a deep understanding of our clients and their industries. Our clients say we are pragmatic, strategic, commercial and easy to work with.

“They produce very high-calibre work and we are especially comfortable working with them on anything complex." (Client Quote, Chambers & Partners)

“JWS' real strength is their collaborative, commercially informed approach.” (Client Quote, Legal 500)

Our firm is comprised of more than 450 highly talented people, including 80+ partners, across Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra, Brisbane and Perth. We are globally connected and have strong relationships with major independent law firms around the world.

JWS was recognised as Technology, Media and Telecom M&A Legal Adviser of the Year (Mergermarket M&A Awards Australia 2023), Energy Law Firm of the Year (Best Lawyers 2023) and Australian Law Firm of the Year (Beaton Client Choice Awards 2025). Our lawyers are highly ranked in Chambers & Partners, Legal 500 and Lexology Index (formerly Who's Who Legal).

We are strongly committed to social justice, responsible business and our diverse communities. We are proud of our pro bono program which focuses on supporting low income, disadvantaged and marginalised people in the Australian community.

Specialties

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  • Corporate (Private Equity
  • M&A
  • Public Markets) & Finance
  • Competition
  • Technology
  • Digital & Intellectual Property
  • Foreign Direct Investment
  • Restructuring
  • Industrial Relations & Safety
  • Property
  • Tech M&A
  • Defence
  • Clean Energy & Emerging Energy Technologies
  • Healthcare
  • Media & Communications
  • Fashion
  • FMCG
  • Natural Capital
  • Employment
  • Energy & Resources
  • Tax
  • Dispute Resolution

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Locations

Australia

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Offices in 1 countryCountry footprint: 1 country. Codes: AU.1 countryAU
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All codes: AU

Addresses

  • AULevel 9; 211 Victoria Square; Adelaide, SA 5000
  • AULevel 29; 111 Eagle Street; Brisbane, Qld 4000
  • AULevel 4; 167 St Georges Tce; Perth, WA 6000
  • AULevel 34; 55 Collins Street; Melbourne, Vic 3000
  • AULevel 14; 50 Bridge Street; Sydney, New South Wales 2000Primary
  • AULevel 7; 5 Constitution Avenue; Canberra, ACT 2601

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4 employee profiles on record · names withheld.

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FAQ

How many people work at Johnson Winter Slattery?

501 counted staff profiles at January 2026, above the self-reported 201–500 band.

Where does Johnson Winter Slattery have offices?

Six addresses on record, Australia only. Primary: Level 14, 50 Bridge Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000.

Has Johnson Winter Slattery raised funding?

None linked to this brand.

What does Johnson Winter Slattery list as its specialties?

22 tags on the brand's own list, among them foreign direct investment, tax and property.

Which companies are listed alongside Johnson Winter Slattery?

Eight peer profiles on record: Thomson Geer and Gilbert + Tobin.

What is Johnson Winter Slattery's website?

jws.com.au