We have a strong reputation in all aspects of Media Law. This is a specialised area in which we have considerable experience, covering issues such as
- Reputation Management
- Misuse of Information
- Privacy (including phone hacking)
- Defamation – including libel and slander
We have been at the forefront of the allegations of phone hacking against News International and Mirror Group Newspapers, and have successfully represented a number of claimants.
We successfully represented Alan Yentob and Paul Gascoigne in claims of Phone Hacking against the Mirror Group Newspapers securing over £250,000 damages in May 2015.
We have acted for a number of high profile clients concerning their reputation, breaches of privacy, libel or slander, including sports personalities, agents and politicians.
A good reputation can take a long time to establish, but can be damaged overnight by the publication of a defamatory article. In such a situation clear and expert advice is necessary. We can help you protect your reputation and privacy, and where necessary or appropriate can seek pre-publication injunctions.
Legal 500 2024 Hall of Fame
Gerald Shamash – Edwards Duthie Shamash
Gerald is a veteran practitioner in media disputes in the High Court, and has represented many politicians, celebrities, business leaders and other high profile clients.
Client Reviews
“Thank you for your email and all your support. Many thanks! You have helped me so much.”
— Client of Edwards Duthie Shamash
“Alex Cochrane is a man of the utmost integrity and a first rate solicitor. I will be forever grateful for all of his hard work, compassion and kindness. He and the EDS team have made a difficult process so much easier. I have had complete trust and faith in Alex since day one and I cannot thank him enough.”
— Justin Lee Collins – Former Comedian and Television Presenter
“Alex Cochrane gains clients’ trust through a mixture of an authoritative yet friendly personality, coupled with outstanding legal expertise.”
— Legal 500
“Alex Cochrane is considered by interviewees to be a “technically excellent lawyer” who “knows his law and is extremely good with clients”. He advises clients on all aspects of reputation management, including defamation, privacy and harassment claims.”
— Chambers and Partners
“Having worked with solicitors before, where the press are concerned, the utter relief when I had my initial meeting with Alex Cochrane was fantastic. He knows his job, knows how to conduct himself with somebody who has had a horrific time and knows how to win!”
— Natalie Cecil, Private Individual
“I would like to thank Alex Cochrane, who dealt with this sensitive matter with the utmost compassion and grace, making me feel prioritised and valued. Though my faith in humanity has been challenged many times, it is, surprisingly, easily restored by simple acts of honesty and integrity, like those of Alex who was, always, kinder than necessary.”
— Anouska de Georgiou, Model and Actor
“I’m incredibly grateful to Alex Cochrane for achieving a successful outcome to my claim. Alex was great to work with: thorough and concise, and always easy to reach via email and phone. From the very first conversation I felt I was in very capable hands working with Alex. His warmth and compassion readily shines through. I can’t recommend him enough!”
— John O’Sullivan, former aide to the Royal Household
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