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Defamation/Reputation Management - UK-wide

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What the Team is Known For

Wiggin's dynamic defendant practice is regularly instructed by magazines, newspapers and other media organisations on defamation and privacy matters. The firm is particularly noted for its expert pre-publication work and frequently sought after for its online-specific advice. The team offers industry-specific expertise in the film sector, advising a variety of film studios on reputational concerns. The firm additionally offers extensive expertise in defending interim injunction applications.

Work Highlights

  • Wiggin represented The Guardian in its successful defence of a High Court libel claim brought by Noel Clarke.

Strengths

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The Wiggin group has many years of experience, so they've seen it all before, which is comforting when embarking on litigation.

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Wiggin are highly communicative, keeping us informed at every stage, and their supportive nature makes navigating complex legal matters much smoother.

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They are the pre-eminent choice for defendant publishers and broadcasters and are able to offer clients the assurance of knowing the sector intimately and exercising great judgement.

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Wiggin are consistently excellent.

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They have an excellent grasp of legal issues together with a pragmatic approach to the commercial and reputational issues at stake.

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Notable Practitioners

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Caroline Kean
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Caroline Kean
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Senior Statespeople

Caroline Kean is a consultant in the firm. She is experienced in advising a wide array of clients on complex defamation matters. She is particularly noted for her work on behalf of leading publishers, newspapers and broadcasters.

Caroline is the gold standard in media litigation.

Caroline is superb and a pleasure to deal with. You feel safe in her hands and she has an amazing grasp of broader sensitivities and considerations beyond the purely legal.

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Matthew Dando
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Matthew Dando
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Matthew Dando is a well-regarded partner and litigator. He recognised in particular for defending publishers and news outlets in publication disputes, including libel and privacy litigation.

Matthew's level of sophistication in handling complex legal matters is impressive, particularly in litigation. His strategic approach and deep expertise make him a valuable legal partner.

Matthew has phenomenal judgement and huge experience which allows him to handle even the most complex and demanding cases.

Matt always brings a sense of calmness.

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Adelaide Lopez
Adelaide Lopez
Star Associates

Adelaide Lopez is a rising talent in media litigation generally, and is recognised here for her work defending news, film and TV industry clients from defamation and data protection claims. She is dual-qualified in England and Wales and in New York and has a background working in Hollywood film production.

Adelaide is a pleasure to work with, and I always feel in safe hands.

Adelaide is fantastic - she has commercial and legal savvy and is amazing with clients who find her a joy to work with, even in the midst of complex and demanding cases.

Adelaide is a clear communicator with excellent attention to detail and a strategic approach.

Adelaide has a great head on her. She is a star.

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Elizabeth Wiggin
Elizabeth Wiggin
Associates to watch

Elizabeth Wiggin is a senior associate who is recommended for her work defending news media, film and TV and publishing companies from libel claims. She has also acted for journalists with respect to subject access requests.

Elizabeth provides outstanding client service, consistently demonstrating strong communication and a highly supportive approach.

Elizabeth is a superb associate who is totally committed to her cases and unearths key points others would miss.

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Caroline Kean
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Caroline Kean
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Senior Statespeople
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Matthew Dando
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Matthew Dando
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Adelaide Lopez
Adelaide Lopez
Star Associates
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Elizabeth Wiggin
Elizabeth Wiggin
Associates to watch
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