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John Reid

John Reid

UK 2026

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Ranked in 1 practice area

Media & Entertainment: Music: Contentious

UK-wide

18 years ranked

About

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UK

Practice Areas

John is a very experienced litigator who handles a wide range of media and entertainment disputes, including reputation management and privacy, as well as more general litigation.

John is also widely regarded for his work on employment matters to include drafting contracts and procedures, dealing with contentious issues, and general HR/employment advisory work.

John not only advises clients in media and entertainment, but also works increasingly in sport, advising governing bodies, organisations, clubs and personalities, particularly in relation to employment related disputes.

Over time John has also developed expertise in assisting clients with tricky immigration issues, particularly difficulties entering the US.

John excels at solving problems for clients as painlessly and cost-effectively as possible.

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Media & Entertainment: Music: Contentious - UK-wide

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Individual Editorial

John Reid a consummate media lawyer, best known for his representation of artists, estates and celebrities in all manner of commercial and privacy disputes. He also advises on a wide range of non-contentious business matters, including employment advisory, immigration and reputation management matters.

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  • John Reid is an outstanding lawyer.

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