Joanna Ludlam

Practice Areas

As chair of the London Public Law and Crisis Management Practice, and co-chair of the firm’s Global Hearings Preparation and Global Crisis Management and Strategic Risk Practices, Joanna Ludlam brings a unique skill set and steady guidance to clients facing sensitive, high stakes matters. Joanna advises major corporations, regulators, and public bodies on complex issues spanning administrative and public law, contentious regulatory investigations, and corporate crime—often involving bribery, fraud, tax evasion, and anti-money laundering—underpinned by her expertise in reputation and risk management.

Joanna’s strategic, level-headed approach offers clear direction in moments of intense public and legal pressure. She counsels C-suite executives and boards on corporate criminal liability, regulatory compliance, and reputational issues, frequently preparing them for appearances before public inquiries and Parliamentary Select Committees. Known for her deft handling of investigations, challenging government and regulatory decisions, workplace misconduct cases, and crisis management, Joanna also assists clients in navigating data regulatory defense and ESG risks.

Professional Memberships

Law Society of England & Wales

Publications

Contributor (Chapters on Breach of Confidence and Protection of Journalistic Sources) to the 4th Edition of Crone's Law and The Media, co-edited by Tom Cassels.