Robin Shaw > Wiggin LLP > London, England > Lawyer Profile

A ‘top-drawer defendant practice‘, Wiggin LLP is known for its market-leading expertise in publishing matters, including pre-publication issues and high-profile litigation. Noted for its well-rounded view of the industry, the firm acts for publishers, content creators and media insurers in commercial disputes, contractual matters, boardroom fallouts, joint venture disputes and free speech cases. The practice also possesses a strong track record in litigation involving copyright infringement, and website blocking as a remedy for content and brand owners. The team is co-led by publishing experts Matthew Dando, Alexander Ross, Rachel Alexander and Ted Shapiro: Alexander leads on cases involving online content enforcement matters, while Dando focuses on libel and privacy cases disputes, and Ross advises on podcasting deals and publishing acquisitions. Robin Shaw represents magazines, newspapers and book publishers in defamation and privacy cases, and Adelaide Lopez – ‘a highly skilled litigator on film and TV matters‘ – assists with contentious issues related to the production and distribution of content.

‘A powerhouse in the media sector’, Wiggin LLP‘s reputation management and content protection group is a leading force in defending prominent publishers in the UK and major film and TV companies in the US. The ‘well-resourced and hugely experienced team of media litigators’ – led by ‘standout partner’ Matthew Dando – is highly regarded for its expertise in managing high-profile libel and privacy cases. Robin Shaw primarily represents magazines, newspapers and publishers in defamation, breach of confidence and data protection matters. Elizabeth Wiggin advises on pre-action issues and regularly represents clients in court proceedings.