Manleys is a firm of specialist media lawyers - we advise on all types of legal issues affecting media and entertainment today.
Looking after legal headaches that have the potential to damage our clients’ reputations and commercial interests.
For public figures, private individuals and well-known brands, we’re here to defend privacy and reputation. We prevent invasion of privacy or damaging material from being run by the press and fighting for accuracy of any material that is published.
We secure damages, corrections and apologies on behalf of clients acting against media outlets, including phone hacking matters.
We’re also forerunners in the emerging area of online publishing and related legal issues, and are frequently instructed to secure the removal of online content from social media and Google.
For media companies and corporates, we’re retained to deliver prepublication/rebroadcasting advice to avoid potential for libel issues or litigation.
This also extends to image licensing, copyright and IP matters.
Reputation management & defamation
Don’t take a chance with your reputation if you’re the victim of a defamatory post on social media; if you are the subject of a damaging story in the newspapers; if your club is the subject of unwarranted claims about finance or transfers.
We are highly experienced defamation lawyers and reputation management experts.
Privacy
We routinely obtain and fight injunction applications on behalf of celebrities, sports players to prevent publication of private information – typically at very short notice.
IP/ licensing
We are experienced advisers on licensing and IP issues related to the media industry.
Content clearance
We work with a number of media organisations providing pre-publication and pre-broadcast legal advice to minimise the risk of litigation.
“We were so impressed with their service
we have since retained Manleys to provide ASOS with ongoing media law and reputation management support.”
- Andrew Magowan, General Counsel & Company Secretary, ASOS
“Mark has offered us advice on a number of issues relating to media law and has proven to be an invaluable source of support and advice. His comprehensive knowledge of the broadcast and print media space is invaluable but it’s the way he can cut straight to the point, make the complex simple and offer pragmatic honest advice that puts him top of my speed dial. ”
- Rachel Fellows, UK Corporate Communications Director, Kelloggs Lt
“It’s very reassuring to have someone like Mark on your side. He has always given me clear advice and support no matter what the situation. He is universally respected and his name brings with it a sense of trust. ”
- Lime Pictures Ltd
“Mark has provided Radio City with legal advice for more than a decade. He is a sharp operator. Not just a top legal brain, a top guy who you’d want leading your team every time. He has incredible knowledge of the media landscape and has always delivered. ”
- Steve Hothersall, Editor, Radio City
“Have enjoyed working with Mark and having the pleasure of his company many times through the years I am looking forward to that continuing, we wish him all the best with his new venture. ”
- Martin O’Shea, Bold Management Ltd
“Thank you so much for everything.”
- Rebekah & Jamie Vardy
“The best in the business, Manleys. I appreciate the hard work & always getting good results. Best legal team!”
- Megan McKenna, TV personality
“Mark Manley was recommended to me by a celebrity in Liverpool. In a very short time the issue was dealt with brilliantly.”
- Claire Sweeney, Actress
“Thank you for all your hard work, a great team!”
- Peter Hook, ex Joy Division & New Order
For all enquiries, please call 01244 230000 and a member of our team will be happy to help. Alternatively, you can fill out a quick form on our contact page.
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