Freeths LLP is noted for its capabilities across IP and media law, with the team offering specialist expertise in reputation management, defamation, privacy, and misuse of private information. Splitting his time between London and Birmingham, Simon Barker heads up the national team and remains engaged in matters involving social media-related reputational issues. Kishan Pattni is highly experienced in issuing pre-publication advice and handling online harassment matters, often acting for high-net-worth individuals.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Kishan Patni has an excellent grasp of the issues in this area and sound strategic thinking.’

  • ‘Good up-to-date knowledge of employment law. Responsive to our needs. Good at assessing and identifying risk.’

  • 'A good firm with broad practice.'

  • 'They communicate very well and seek to accommodate the client's needs.'

  • 'Kishan Pattni is so much more than a professional gentleman, he has a heart. He demonstrates empathy, kindness, grace and understanding.'

  • 'Kishan Pattnidoes not overpromise himself, he honours his word and keeps his promises, and gives of his time generously.'

  • 'Kishan Pattni is an excellent communicator, and is clearly very good at what he does.'

  • 'I have worked with a number of law firms and legal personnel in my comms career and the appetite to truly integrate and collaborate with comms consultants can vary.'

  • 'I found Freeths to be refreshingly astute and forward thinking on the vital role of comms in managing reputation for its clients, which made discussions fruitful and engaging.'

  • 'I worked with Kishan Pattni who was excellent.'

Practice head

Simon Barker

Other key lawyers

Kishan Pattni