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Defamation/Reputation Management

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Defamation/Reputation Management - UK-wide

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For

Level is a small media and sports-focused firm with a prodigious concentration of talent in its media and reputation management litigation arm. Clients are individuals, organisations and executives therein working at the peak of their respective fields.

Work Highlights

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  • Level advised journalist and broadcaster Eamonn Holmes on reputation management, privacy and media law.

Strengths

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  • Level are approachable and extremely generous with their time. They address matters in a way which clients can understand - thorough, detailed, balanced advice offered in an accessible way.

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  • Level uses their impressive knowledge of the entertainment industry to strategise long-term plans for clients, advising them on how to deal with crisis situations.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 6Elizabeth Morley
    Band 6Elizabeth Morley

    Elizabeth Morley

    Elizabeth Morley is particularly noted for her defendant-side work, acting for news media organisations, corporates, NGOs, charities and private individuals. She is recommended for defamation proceedings, reputation management advice, pre-publication analysis and data privacy instructions.

    • Elizabeth Morley is delightful to work with. Clients love her because she is so attuned to their needs.

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  • Band 6Rachael Somerset
    Band 6Rachael Somerset

    Rachael Somerset

    Rachael Somerset is a partner at Level and is experienced in handling defamation and reputation management issues for high-profile individuals, companies and non-profits.

    • Rachael is calm, collected and very good across the board.

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    • Rachael is extremely sensitive to the needs and concerns of the individuals we work with, and is terrific to work with in every regard.

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    • Rachael is a delight to work with. She's extremely proactive, responsive and friendly.

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    • Rachael's impressive knowledge of defamation law and media rights sets her apart from others in the industry. She is always professional, calm in crisis situations, and quick to respond.

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    • I have been completely blown away and impressed by Rachael's speed and teamwork in a case involving complex strategic decisions.

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