Representing both claimants and defendants, Bindmans LLP specialises in libel, privacy, data protection and copyright disputes. The team regularly acts for clients across the arts, media, education and public sectors. Experienced litigator and co-chair Tamsin Allen is highly regarded for her expertise in libel, data protection and media claims. Fellow co-chair Monika Sobiecki specialises in information law and high-profile cyber incidents. Katie Wheatley is adept with criminal fraud and regulatory matters, often engaged in high-profile and sensitive proceedings before the High Court and Crown Court. Lauded by clients as ‘a brilliant lawyer with a wealth of expertise’, Axel Landin advises on data protection and private information issues.
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Testimonials
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‘The team at Bindmans is an excellent one in all regards. I had urgent need of reputation management and repair; the team was extremely proficient, well versed and proactive in its approach and work on my case.'
‘Axel Landin is excellent. He displayed impressive conviction and enthusiasm for the client’s interests.’
‘Bindmans is an excellent firm with a strong reputation in the market. Opponents take them seriously, and so do the Courts.’
‘The team is relatively small, but each is an expert in their area, and they deal with high-profile and important cases.’
‘Tamsin Allen - one of the leaders at the media field and well respected by all. She has been a trailblazer.'
- 'Monika Sobiecki is particularly excellent at data protection law, but able to deal expertly with all related areas as well as commercial matters. She works tirelessly for her clients.'
Key clients
- Noon Films
Work highlights
Represented client in a defamation claim against then-Secretary of State Michelle Donelan.
Represented client in a High Court libel claim against the Jewish Chronicle.
Advised Refugee Action in relation to a high-profile public interest campaign.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Tamsin Allen; Monika Sobiecki
Other key lawyers
Katie Wheatley; Axel Landin