The media and entertainment practice at A&L Goodbody LLP advises its portfolio of clients on their complex needs in the media and entertainment sector. The team handles a wide range of contentious and non-contentious matters, including regulatory compliance, data protection, advertising and sponsorship agreements, defamation, copyright, and other media-related disputes. John Cahir oversees the team and has substantial experience handling IP matters. John Whelan is sought after by clients seeking advice on commercial and regulatory issues.
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Key clients
- Reddit, Inc.
- Eircom Limited
Work highlights
Advised Eircom Limited on a complex copyright matter relating to the compulsory licensing required by Irish telecoms regulator ComReg.
Advised Reddit, Inc., on a legal challenge to its designation by the Irish Media Commission as a video-sharing services platform.
Advised Meta on the designation of its services as video sharing services platforms.
Lawyers
Practice head
John Cahir
Other key lawyers
John Whelan