Defamation and privacy cases have made a significant number of news headlines over recent years. Whilst litigation may sometimes be the only way to resolve such issues our defamation lawyers understand that many clients prefer to manage their reputations in such a way to avoid the need for costly proceedings. We frequently work with high profile individuals and companies pre-publication to avoid the dissemination of material that is defamatory or in breach of confidence and privacy. Such reputation management requires a judicious balance of negotiation and, when necessary, the issue of proceedings.   We have expertise in both. As the scope of actions brought by claimants broadens so publishers and digital media clients require clear, practical advice on both pre- and post-publication issues.  We work with such clients to minimise their risk of exposure to claims, develop best practice guidelines and to resolve swiftly any claims that ultimately arise. Our services include: Reputation/media management for private client & companies Injunctions in appropriate cases · High Court proceedings Pre-publication copy clearance Digital media policy Primary contact: Catherine Fehler