The team at August Debouzy is led by experienced litigator Basile Ader, alongside Mahasti Razavi and Florence Chafiol. The group is well-equipped to handle complex matters for its broad array of globally renowned claimant and defendant clients in complex criminal defamation cases concerning reputational damage, or confidential information has been disclosed to the public, for example. In addition, the team advises clients on their right to reply to defamatory content. Its expertise covers print press and online articles and often spans multiple jurisdictions. Counsel Amélie Tripet has particular expertise in press, libel and publishing.

The team at Seattle Avocats represents its high-profile media clients in the full spectrum of issues relating to print and online media. Emmanuel Tordjman, who is well-versed in advising company directors and public figures on their communication law issues, leads the team, alongside Francois De Cambiaire, who has particular expertise in advising human rights and environmental organisations, such as SOS Homophobie, in relation to defamation, and Francois Ronget. Particularly noteworthy is the team’s longstanding representation of Mediapart and its journalists in various cases.

Clara Steinitz leads the team at Taliens, which advises clients, including the BBC and TripAdvisor, on complex defamation matters relating to various media forms, including printed press and online articles. It is also experienced in dealing with matters concerning the balance between freedom of the press and its obligations and responsibility to remain in the public interest. Experienced litigator Jean-Frederic Gaultier is another name to note.