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About
Provided by Paul Tweed
Practice Areas
Reputation Management, Media, Privacy, Defamation, Data Protection, Dispute Resolution, and AI Platforms.
Career
Paul Tweed is the founder of WP Tweed & Co. With over forty years’ experience, he is an internationally recognised expert in the field of media law and reputation management. He is recognised in Chambers Legal Guide as being among the leaders in his area of expertise
He is described by Chambers as “Such a well-respected name,” “Synonymous with this type of work” and as a “Real legend in this field and a name that everyone knows.” (Chambers Guide 2021)
Having been described as “The most powerful man in Hollywood”, Paul has represented many A-List celebrities as well as many others from the world of politics, music, film, entertainment and sport. He also advises governments and large corporations, alongside representing journalists and publishers.
Paul is a regular contributor on media law issues in both traditional and online media. He has made many appearances on UK and international news services, including Sky News, BBC, Ireland AM, RTÉ and Bloomberg News.
Paul has, by invitation, addressed the Parliamentary Joint Committee on the draft Defamation Bill and the Northern Ireland Assembly committee on the Defamation Act.
He has spoken at the Oxford Union and Féile an Phobail as well as various International Bar Associations and business groups.
Publications
In 2012, Paul published Privacy and Libel Law; The Clash with Press Freedom. He is a regular contributor to a number of international and professional publications and periodicals. Paul is currently completing his second book.
Chambers Review
UK
Paul Tweed is widely recognised for his significant experience handling a wide range of complex defamation and reputation management litigation across multiple jurisdictions. His expert advice is regularly sought out by high-profile individuals and leading international companies.
Paul Tweed has a significant contentious media law practice, frequently representing high-profile clients in reputation management matters. He has multi-jurisdictional expertise, operating across Belfast, Dublin and London.
Paul Tweed of WP Tweed & Co is widely recognised for his magisterial experience handling a wide range of complex defamation and reputation management litigation across multiple jurisdictions. His expert advice is regularly sought after by high-profile individuals and leading international companies.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"He has had a stellar career and deservedly so. His humanity, commitment, abilities, knowledge and organisational skills single him out."
"Paul has boundless energy and an indefatigable capacity for delivering the highest standard of professional service to each and every client. A leader who inspires both his colleagues and his clients."
"Paul is the most effective media lawyer in Ireland and Northern Ireland."
"Paul is highly professional and reassuring."
"Paul is a leader who inspires both his colleagues and his clients."
"He has had a stellar career and deservedly so. His humanity, commitment, abilities, knowledge and organisational skills single him out."
"Paul has boundless energy and an indefatigable capacity for delivering the highest standard of professional service to each and every client. A leader who inspires both his colleagues and his clients."
"Paul is the most effective media lawyer in Ireland and Northern Ireland."
"Paul is highly professional and reassuring."
"Paul is a leader who inspires both his colleagues and his clients."
