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FTI Consulting

Crisis PR & Communications

Crisis & Risk Management Guide 2026 : UK-wide


FTI Consulting

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About

Provided by FTI Consulting

FTI Consulting’s Crisis and Litigation Communications team is a market leader in its field and works with corporations, public and private entities, boards of directors, management and other individuals to develop and execute communications strategies in connection with multi-dimensional, complex crises and litigation, including government investigations, cybersecurity incidents, operational incidents, workplace misconduct, enforcement actions, and internal investigations, among others.

Comprised of communications experts, former journalists and lawyers, and has been employed by both the lawyers representing companies or individuals, as well as the litigants themselves, the team helps companies prepare and manage communications plans to protect and manage a company’s reputation during any kind of litigation process.

They have been involved in high-profile cases before all major international courts and dispute-settlement bodies. In politically-sensitive cases our public affairs professionals can generate external / international pressure to find an amicable settlement by mobilising key governments and international organisations.

Chambers Review

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Crisis PR & Communications - UK-wide

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

FTI Consulting serves some of the world's largest corporations. Its crisis communications team specialises in data analytics, as well as providing insight into traditional media and social media trends.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • In a crisis communications scenario, FTI have an excellent understanding of the factors in play, the strategies to adopt and the wording to use. They are quick to get on a call and quick to get up to speed and provide initial draft strategy for review.

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  • The breadth of skills and knowledge at FTI is a real strength which they are adept at bringing together for the client. They are very organised and responsive, and consistent in providing updates on meeting deadlines.

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  • FTI have been excellent at digesting and presenting intricate issues in a user-friendly manner. They really think ahead of the ball and get plans in place. They are prepared and methodical.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Kate Brader
    Band 3Kate Brader

    Kate Brader

    Kate Brader is a senior managing director at FTI Consulting. Brader has a busy practice advising high-profile clients on crisis management plans and conducting preparedness exercises, as well as providing counsel during reputational crises.

    • Kate was brilliant at bringing the team together, understanding the client dynamics and adapting accordingly.

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    • Kate has guided clients through testing and pressurised circumstances with clear strategy and actionable crisis communications approaches.

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    • Kate is extremely strategic and instills confidence in clients when they're at their most vulnerable.

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