TMT: Media
Europe Guide 2024 : Ireland
Band 2
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Provided by Hayes solicitors LLP
Our media practice has proven expertise in defamation, privacy, data protection and reputation management. We advise broadcast production companies on television, streaming and other digital productions.
For many years we have represented The Irish Times newspaper and other publishers. We have also advised a number of private citizens in litigation to vindicate their good names and reputations. We also act for advertising agencies and brand owners.
We apply our deep knowledge of this complex area of law on behalf of publishers, authors, film makers and website owners. We provide pre-publication legal advice on books other written projects. We advise on film scripts both before and during filming and have advised on numerous documentaries and TV advertisements. Together with our corporate and commercial colleagues, we advise on media contracts, copyright, broadcasting licence applications and online publications.
Chambers Review
Hayes solicitors has a robust team acting on a broad selection of media law mandates. The practice provides key publishing sector clients with pre- and post-publication support, including the defence of defamation claims. The legal team has a diverse client list that includes leading Irish newspapers, talent agencies and production companies. The department boasts additional strength in advertising matters.
Work Highlights
- Hayes solicitors acted for the Institute of Promotional Marketing on aspects of its promotional marketing campaigns, including regulatory compliance.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Hayes solicitors is a very organised and efficient team."
"The lawyers always provide solid and clear advice with fast turnarounds."
"The team are thorough, timely and they communicate clearly."
"Hayes solicitors is a very organised and efficient team."
"The lawyers always provide solid and clear advice with fast turnarounds."
"The team are thorough, timely and they communicate clearly."
Notable Practitioners
David Phelan is well known among market commentators for his work defending major Irish publishing companies in sensitive proceedings, as well as assisting media clients in production negotiations. He is engaged in policy mandates concerning proposed amendments to defamation legislation. He also advises prominent individuals on the commercialisation of their image rights.
"David Phelan is an excellent lawyer whose advice is always practical, focused and mindful of the complexity of business needs."
