Osborne Clarke LLP advises claimants and defendants on reputational issues, publication matters and defamation claims. The team’s broad client base consists of individuals, and corporations across the technology, publishing, manufacturing and telecommunications sectors. Leading the team, Ashley Hurst‘s broad practice spans whistleblowing, data protection, and pre-publication advice. Henry Fox frequently advises on reputational and privacy matters, including malicious falsehood and issues arising from adverse social media and press coverage.
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Testimonials
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‘Really effective but lean team that fights hard for clients; sees the whole picture; able to see cross-cutting issues of law to achieve the right outcome.’
‘Henry Fox is excellent. Really practical and decisive. Fights hard for clients and sees what the best points are.
- 'Maya Mills is brilliant. Great to work with; very responsive, positive and effective at achieving outcomes for clients.’
‘Ashley Hurst and Henry Fox are both very clever, with an ability to think both inside and outside the box as necessary.’
‘Ashley Hurst is excellent. He is very calm and considered.’
‘What makes this team stand out is the personal touch and how responsive they are. They don't just focus on the legal mechanics, they actually listen, think things through, and add value by exploring practical options that go beyond the standard playbook.’
‘Henry Fox at Osborne Clarke stands out for his calm, clear-headed approach, especially when things get messy.'
'Henry Fox has an impressive depth of knowledge and is fantastic to work with.'
'The reputation management team at Osborne Clarke are true experts in their field. They remain our trusted advisors for all media law queries, consistently providing pragmatic advice and excellent judgment.'
'Ashley Hurst is a great leader, bright and enthusiastically supports his clients.'
Key clients
- Qatar Airways Group
- ITV Plc
Work highlights
Acting for Qatar Airways in relation to malicious falsehood proceedings brought against Al Arabiya Group.
Defending ITV in a defamation claim brought by Ari Mahmod.
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Practice head
Ashley Hurst
Other key lawyers
Henry Fox