The team at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner is primarily instructed by technology companies, sports clubs and high-profile individuals on a range of defamation and reputational issues. Practice head Graham Shear brings extensive experience with pre-publication matters, libel claims, as well as cross-border reputational issues. Joby Davies has amassed considerable experience with defamation litigation and media statements. Andrew Street and Emily Watts both provide crucial support to high-profile public figures.
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Practice head

Graham Shear

Other key lawyers

Joby Davies; Andrew Street; Emily Watts