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Simkins LLP

Defamation/Reputation Management

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Simkins LLP

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Defamation/Reputation Management - UK-wide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Simkins has a flourishing reputation management practice with a range of media and entertainment stars, celebrities, other individuals and businesses among its clientele. It advises on sensitive libel matters, crisis management and responses to defamatory postings on social media and online platforms. The firm utilises additional knowledge of privacy, confidence, anti-harassment, data protection and copyright law to safeguard its clients' reputations. The team is particularly active in the pre-publication and pre-broadcast spaces.

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Strengths

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  • Excellent at their job, which is to keep their clients out of court.

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  • In terms of being across the detail, there are few better law firms. The advice they give is always grounded but results-driven, they are across the wider strategy and look beyond the short term.

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  • Simkins are a knowledgeable team with fantastic contacts across the media.

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  • They were excellent. They won the case hands down and were a pleasure to work with.

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  • Simkins get to grips with the nuance of a situation very quickly. They don’t just suggest the same aggressive approach for every situation, they're excellent at thinking about the art of the possible.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Gideon Benaim
    Gideon Benaim

    Gideon Benaim

    Gideon Benaim is a partner and head of the reputation department at Simkins. He is highlighted for his significant expertise in representing high net worth individuals in significant defamation actions.

    • Gideon is a good dealmaker with sound instincts on litigation.

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    • Gideon is a superb adviser. A calm and expert voice in a moment of complexity and emotion.

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    • An outstanding adviser, he is thoughtful and immediately puts clients at ease, all while explaining what is and isn't possible. Gideon is honest and direct while always maintaining a pleasant manner.

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    • Gideon is a first-class operator. Always the first person I go to when I have a problem.

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    • Gideon is one of the best reputation and media lawyers there is. His own reputation precedes him. He is unflinching when it comes to big issues and has an incredible drive.

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  • Jon Oakley
    Jon Oakley

    Jon Oakley

    Jon Oakley is a partner at the firm. He acts for leading corporates, sports clients and entertainment stars on all manner of defamation and reputation management instructions. He supports clients through crisis situations as well as working closely with clients to proactively mitigate reputational risk.

    • Jon is thoughtful and measured and has a great commitment to client service.

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    • I would recommend Jon without hesitation.

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    • Jon's attention to detail and knowledge is excellent. Clients feel comforted by him and his presence. He is methodical, taking issues step-by-step for the best outcome for the client.

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    • Jon is a top-class operator, extremely knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with.

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  • Tom Iverson
    Tom Iverson

    Tom Iverson

    Tom Iverson is a partner at the firm, recognised for his stellar work, particularly advising companies on various reputation management issues. His broad expertise includes defamation, privacy, data protection and copyright law.

    • Tom is very thoughtful and builds trust at speed.

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    • Tom is a details person. He leaves no stone unturned and is unflappable. He is a major asset to any client and his colleagues.

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    • Tom is a versatile lawyer who can do media reputation management work as well as heavy commercial disputes.

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  • Jessica Welch
    Jessica Welch

    Jessica Welch

    Jessica Welch works with corporates and high-profile individuals on defamation, misuse of confidential information and data protection matters. She has a background and additional expertise in sports PR.

    • Jessica's diligence and application when it comes to issues management, combined with her knowledge and calm manner, is a huge plus for any client.

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