TMT: Media

John-Paul Cashen is based in Melbourne and operates across the media spectrum, offering particularly extensive experience in the handling of defamation, suppression order and freedom of information-related mandates.

From my experience, John-Paul Cashen is the best in the industry.

John-Paul puts his client at ease with his calm and careful approach to difficult issues. He is great to work with, and his positive attitude and approach to work is infectious.

John-Paul is an outstanding litigator. He is highly forensic, responsive, commercial and a pleasure to work with.

Justin Quill has practised exclusively in media law for some 25 years, acting for major print and online publishers and broadcasters on the full range of contentious or potentially contentious issues they face, including defamation, contempt of court and breach of confidential information claims.

Justin is a formidable force in Australian media law. He is diligent and determined in delivering good results for his clients.

Justin is fabulous at managing the big picture as well as making strategic micro decisions. The thing that stands out about him is his energy; his capacity to work is incredible.

I would consider Justin Quill to be the market leader for the whole of Australia in defamation and media law matters.

Marlia Saunders is a sought-after media lawyer based in Sydney. She is experienced in handling defamation cases and non-publication and suppression orders, and in providing pre-publication advice.

Marlia is an outstanding performer with a mixture of technical legal skills, team management skills and emotional intelligence. She's a pleasure to work with and is very highly regarded.

Marlia Saunders is a real star. She's confident, calm and knowledgeable, incredibly hard-working and has great judgement. You know she will give 110% and will get the best results she can.

Marlia is a diligent, hard-working and intelligent lawyer who knows the finer details of litigation and media law better than any.

Mark Feetham is well known for his work in the telecommunications space, where he advises on a wide range of contractual, regulatory and competition-related matters, including the rollout of 5G technology, large-scale customer agreements and privacy issues.

Mark Feetham is a very strong negotiator; it is always reassuring to have him in your corner. He has excellent industry knowledge and strong drafting skills.

Mark is a really effective adviser whose solution-driven. Mark's excellent because he understands the commercial drivers and legal issues.

Mark is a delight to work with and he always brings value.