Keystone Law handles defamation, privacy and data protection matters for a broad client base, including politicians, media personalities and corporates. Gerard Cukier, described by clients as a ‘master of negotiation’, advises on reputation management and data protection issues. Nicola Thatcher specialises in libel, privacy and pre-publication work. The team was recently strengthened by the arrival of three new partners: Emma Thompson from Hamlins LLP, and James Tumbridge and Robert Peake from Venner Shipley LLP
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Testimonials
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‘Gerard Cukier is a very experienced lawyer in the field of reputation management.'
‘The strength of Keystone is the ability of the individual lawyers to combine to provide the range of skills best suited to each case. ’
‘Gerard Cukier has an impressive client roster, ranging from City of London individuals and businesses to foreign based claimants. He is a master of negotiation, using his delightful manner to squeeze the very best deal possible for his client.'
'They are very receptive to clients' needs and make themselves available often at weekends and after hours.'
'Partners have had a wealth of experience.'
Work highlights
Acting for Mr Mark Messenger, who recently was the subject of wide national media interest, having been suspended by the Royal College of Music for alleged (non-sexual) inappropriate behaviour.
Advising on libel and privacy issues on the content of the autobiography of notorious former career criminal, Ray Hill.
Other key lawyers
Gerard Cukier; Nicola Thatcher; Emma Thompson; James Tumbridge; Robert Peake