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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- 'Partners have had a wealth of experience.'
- 'They are very receptive to clients' needs and make themselves available often at weekends and after hours.'
- ‘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.'
- ‘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. ’
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