
Defamation/Reputation Management: High Net Worth
High Net Worth Guide 2026 : USA - Nationwide
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Clare Locke is the pre-eminent boutique in the country for libel and defamation.
Defamation/Reputation Management: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthClare Locke has defined the modern defamation market in the United States. They are the best of the best.
Defamation/Reputation Management: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthThey do every aspect of media law extremely well at the strategic level but also from a legal tactical point of view. They have an in-depth understanding of how most of the major media platforms operate, in broadcasting, digital and in print, and how to establish reputational protection.
Defamation/Reputation Management: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthClare Locke are the bodyguards of your reputation. They are extremely skilled on both procedural and substantive issues.
Defamation/Reputation Management: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthThe team at Clare Locke are phenomenal. They are incredibly responsive and pragmatic – a real pleasure to work with.
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Libby Locke
Libby Locke has a superb reputation in reputation management, both for her handling of highly publicised defamation litigation matters and for her pre-publication reputation protection work on behalf of high net worth and high-profile clients.
Libby Locke gets up to speed with the facts very quickly. She is very senior but still rolls her sleeves up and gives clear and practical advice. She is very good with clients.
Defamation/Reputation Management: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthLibby is very personable, professional and timely. She is punctual and highly effective.
Defamation/Reputation Management: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthLibby is a fearless litigator who is zealous in her advocacy for clients.
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Tom Clare
Tom Clare remains a popular choice for defamation and privacy advice. His work often involves high-profile issues, well-known clients and high-stakes litigation matters.
Tom Clare is a rapid strategic thinker with steady composure under pressure.
Defamation/Reputation Management: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthTom Clare is a brilliant, strategic mind when it comes to media law. His strategic insights are really transformational for any media law engagement you might have with a publication or media house.
Defamation/Reputation Management: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthTom Clare is an extremely sophisticated practitioner with deep knowledge who is able to take a stand in the media. He is very articulate and to the point.
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Mitchell Langberg
Mitchell Langberg has a strong defamation practice and significant expertise in these matters.
Mitchell Langberg is fabulous. He knows the space inside and out and how to run a case from start to finish.
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