ACK Media Law LLP is highly regarded for its expertise in defamation, privacy, and data protection matters, demonstrating extensive expertise in pre and post-publication issues. The firm represents a broad spectrum of publishers, producers, social media companies and individuals, providing strategic counsel on media-related disputes. Co-founders Susan Aslan and Sue Charles lead the team, bringing deep experience in media litigation, crisis management, and compliance. Aslan is particularly noted for her work on social media-related crises, while Charles excels in advising major film and TV companies on defamation and privacy issues.
Testimonials
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‘Really first-rate firm for defamation work. Totally dependable.’
‘Susan Aslan is a massively experienced lawyer. Great judgement. Seems to know everyone and everything. A calm head and a pleasure to deal with.’
Key clients
- E.L. James/Fifty Shades Limited
- Associated Newspapers Limited
Work highlights
- Advising E.L. James/Fifty Shades in relation to strategising and managing the international brand of the massively popular trilogy, follow-up novels Grey and Darker and the new and upcoming book The Mister.
- Advising Associated Newspapers Limited’s various publications in relation to defamation, data protection and copyright claims.