ABOUT US
John Stavris
John Stavris
Special Counsel
03 9907 4307 
Melbourne
John serves as Special Counsel in our expanding disputes and litigation team.
John is an experienced commercial litigator, advising and representing clients across all stages of complex commercial and corporate disputes, including litigation, mediation and arbitration. John has appeared in the Federal Court of Australia and the Supreme, County and Magistrates’ Courts of Victoria.
John is known for his strategic, commercially focused approach, working closely with clients to deliver outcomes aligned with their broader business objectives.
John joined us in 2026 with 7 years’ experience in private practice. John has a law degree from Deakin University and was admitted to practice and as an officer of the Supreme Court of Victoria in 2019.
We are thrilled to have John on board and look forward to the positive impact he will make for our clients and our firm.
“I am a commercially minded litigator who keeps my clients’ objectives front of mind. I focus on delivering strategic, practical outcomes that support their long-term business interests.”
What our clients say
"When you’re a creative business, you’re always taking risks. Clint and his team’s support gives us the confidence to do work that pushes boundaries. Which makes Anisimoff not just a legal firm, but a valuable partner in the creative process."
Adrian Mills, Co-Founder and CEO
"We’ve had the pleasure of working with Anisimoff for over 16 years, right from the very start of the 31ST journey (and from past agencies). They’ve been more than just legal advisors - they’ve been true partners, always guiding us with wisdom, care, and practical advice. Their professionalism and knowledge are second to none, but what really stands out is how they go above and beyond for us at every turn. On top of that, they’re genuinely great people - approachable, thoughtful, and invested in our success. We feel lucky to have them by our side and can’t recommend them highly enough."
Adele Te Wani, Growth & Relationships Partner
“Clint is the first person we think of when there’s any whiff of risk or need for legal support. His advice over the years has always come from a place of legal expertise, but more importantly from an understanding of the challenges of running a business and as a human. I can honestly say he is the most pragmatic and empathic lawyer we’ve worked with. A rare thing in our experience.”
Angela Smith, CEO
“We’ve worked with Clint and the team at Anisimoff for over a decade, and they are truly trusted and reliable advisors. Their advice is always clear, pragmatic and grounded in a strong understanding of both the law and commercial reality. Their support has been consistently invaluable to Calico’s growth.”
Matt Fenton, Managing Director
“We’ve been working with Anisimoff Legal for over 20 years, and their partnership has been invaluable to Fuel Sydney.
Their team’s thorough understanding of marketing, promotions and compliance gives us total confidence in every piece of work that goes to market. They’re not just legal advisors, they are approachable, trusted collaborators who genuinely understand our industry and the fast pace we operate in.
With the increasing presence of AI, we really value the long-standing relationship and the reliability of being able to pick up the phone and speak to anyone on the team whenever we need”
Sara Roe, Director
Dell Australia
McCann Hero
Millie & More
Mont Marte Int.
smrtr Pty Ltd
TalentPay
Loyalty.com.au Pty Ltd
Their knowledge and expertise is second to none and has allowed us to bring brand new promotional concepts to market time and again.”
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