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Martin Soames

Martin Soames

UK 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

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2 Articles, Press releases, highlights

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Media & Entertainment: Publishing - UK-wide

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial
Martin Soames is a litigator and troubleshooter with an editor's eye who acts for venerable independent and online publishers. Alongside disputes, he is regularly called upon to give content clearance, pre-publication and data protection advice.

Defamation/Reputation Management - UK-wide

Band 5
Band 5

Individual Editorial

Martin Soames is a partner in the team. He acts as a respected adviser to many of the major book publishing houses. He provides pre- and post-publication advice, as well as handling litigation at all levels.

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  • Most of my dealings have been with Martin and I cannot find any fault with his advice or professionalism.

    Media & Entertainment: PublishingChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Martin is wonderful, I can't say enough good things about him. He is an expert, always calm and technically excellent.

    Media & Entertainment: PublishingChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Martin is very well respected and very user-friendly.

    Defamation/Reputation ManagementChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Martin is astute, thorough and reflects thoughtfully on how to achieve the best outcome for each matter. Clients find him reassuring and easy to work with, and he quickly earns their respect.

    Defamation/Reputation ManagementChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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London (Firms)

UK-wide

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