Robert Bertsche
USA Guide 2024
Band 4 : First Amendment Litigation
Band 4
About
Provided by Robert Bertsche
Practice Areas
Robert A. Bertsche, a newspaper and magazine journalist-turned-lawyer, has counseled and litigated on behalf of journalists and news organizations for more than three decades. His clients range from the nation’s largest digital and print publishers to rural weekly newspapers, from documentary filmmakers to podcasters, to internet content providers of all types.
In addition to extensive experience litigating libel, privacy, copyright, and access claims in state and federal courts, Rob has a substantial clearance and prepublication review practice distinguished by his commitment to both editorial excellence and First Amendment values.
Career
Bar Admissions: Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, New Hampshire
Professional Memberships
General counsel, New England Newspaper and Press Association
Director, New England First Amendment Coalition
Member, Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Judiciary-Media Committee
Chambers Review
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Robert Bertsche of Klaris Law PLLC has vast experience advising news organizations and content creators on First Amendment issues, providing prepublication review as well as libel defense.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Robert is a genius when it comes to law and the media. He has a deep level of knowledge of the field, is a team player and is fantastic to work with."
"He is an integral part of our operation. We have a very helpful and collaborative relationship. He keeps us safe while being very client-friendly. He consistently hits the bull's-eye for us."
"Robert is a genius when it comes to law and the media. He has a deep level of knowledge of the field, is a team player and is fantastic to work with."
"He is an integral part of our operation. We have a very helpful and collaborative relationship. He keeps us safe while being very client-friendly. He consistently hits the bull's-eye for us."
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