Baker McKenzie LLP’s media practice handles defamation cases, digital content deals, regulatory guidance, and media-related disputes. The team is led by Sydney-based Andrew Stewart, a specialist in copyright, defamation, and media regulation. Adrian Lawrence advises on data, cybersecurity, and online compliance issues, while Nicholas Kraegen frequently represents clients in the Copyright Tribunal and anti-piracy proceedings. Allison Manvell further supports the team, focusing on broadcasting, technology, and content licensing across digital and traditional platforms.
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‘The team helped us manage litigation matters. They really understand our business and industry. They brought both risk assessment and case strategy.’
‘We worked with Andrew Stewart. He is an exceptional partner. He understands our business and industry thoroughly and was an excellent partner in navigating process and decisions, balancing legal and business considerations.’
‘Andrew Stewart is very sensible and strategic.’
Key clients
- Meltwater Australia Pty Ltd
- Online safety
- Motion Picture Association (MPA), The Walt Disney Company, Sony Pictures, Universal Studios, Paramount Pictures, Netflix, Roadshow Films
- Network Ten /Paramount+
- Fox Sports
- Network Ten Pty Limited
- Guardian News Media
Work highlights
Representing Meltwater Australia in Copyright Tribunal proceedings to determine a fair licence scheme after Copyright Agency Limited proposed a new industry licence with a more than threefold fee increase.
Acting for the Motion Picture Association, Roadshow, Madman and other content owners in site-blocking proceedings.
Defending Fox Sports Australia in a defamation claim alleging that a broadcast conveyed individuals had engaged in racial vilification of NRL player Brent Naden.
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Practice head
Andrew Stewart
Other key lawyers
Adrian Lawrence; Nicholas Kraegen; Allison Manvell