TMT: Media

Addisons' media team counsels media clients on risk, reputation and dispute resolution. It offers pre-publication advice and guidance on criminal liability, defamation and reputation management, all supported by considerable experience of litigation.

"Matters are always managed properly and in a timely fashion. The team are consummately professional in their communications over email, over the phone and in person. It's a pleasure to work with them."

"Addisons respond very fast and are totally in your corner. If there is a way to succeed, the firm will find it."

"Addisons have the detailed knowledge and drive to tackle any new matter relating to the media industry. They have a broad range of specialists who each bring a depth of knowledge and experience."

Addisons acted for Seven Network in the Federal Court of Australia in relation to a defamation claim commenced by Mina Greiss who sued Seven and its reporter Leonie Ryan over reports of his alleged behaviour outside court following the sentencing of Rugby League star Jarryd Hayne for rape in 2021.

Justine Munsie advises media, entertainment and advertising industry clients on a broad range of contractual, commercial, reputational and regulatory issues. "Justine Munsie is a very experienced and highly practical lawyer who is always there for you and thinks outside the box in resolving issues." "Justine is one of a kind in terms of her deep knowledge of the industry, legal mind, written communications and responsiveness. She goes above and beyond to provide a first-class service." "Justine is an intelligent, responsive and practical lawyer with an eye to commercial benefits and risks."