About
Senior Partner: Cameron Doley
Managing Partner: Nigel Tait
Number of partners: 9
Number of assistants: 9
Number of other fee-earners: 6
Contacts:
Media Law: Adam Tudor, Nigel Tait, Claire Gill, Antonia Foster, Rebecca Toman, Persephone Bridgman Baker, Alasdair Pepper
International Arbitration: Cameron Doley, Charles Enderby Smith
Commercial Litigation: Adam Tudor, Claire Gill, Nigel Tait, Alasdair Pepper
Public International Law: Guy Martin, Cameron Doley, Charles Enderby Smith, Alasdair Pepper
Sanctions: Guy Martin, Charles Enderby Smith
Firm Overview
Carter-Ruck is one of the UK’s best known firms and is renowned for its expertise in litigation and dispute resolution. It is recognised as the UK’s pre-eminent media law practice, and its commercial litigation and international law practices are also highly regarded. The firm’s clients include national governments, heads of state and other political figures, multinational companies, business people, celebrities, and lower-profile individuals and organisations who place no less a premium on their reputations. Many of the firm’s cases attract the attention of the world’s media and Carter-Ruck is well used to dealing with the challenges that this presents.
Main Areas of Practice
Media Law:
We are experts in reputation management, media and privacy disputes. We help individuals and organisations who find themselves subject to adverse or intrusive media or online interest. We provide fast, practical advice on defamation, privacy, breach of confidence, data protection and blackmail or harassment.
We help clients who are faced with the publication of untrue or intrusive allegations which threaten their reputation whether in the traditional press, on TV or radio or online (including on social media).Depending on the point at which we are engaged, we will seek to mitigate or prevent publication (including, where necessary, obtaining a Court injunction).Where publication has already taken place, we will advise on a strategy for responding – including obtaining the swift removal or correction of material online, publication of apologies and payment of damages and costs where appropriate. If Court proceedings prove necessary, we have a formidable track record in securing victories for our clients at or before trial.
International Arbitration:
We assist states, political leaders, businesses UHNW individuals and investors with a range of issues including international arbitrations, cross-border regulatory investigations, sanctions, restrictive measures and Mutual Legal Assistance. We also advise on INTERPOL Notices (including Red Notices), diplomatic protection and sovereign immunity. Lawyers also advise on and conduct arbitrations under the arbitral rules of institutions including UNCITRAL, LCIA, ICC, LMAA and LME.
Commercial Litigation:
We manage a wide variety of complex litigation and arbitration spanning heavyweight commercial disputes, intellectual property claims and high value claims against banks, financial institutions and professional advisers, in the UK, European and international courts and other forums.
Public International Law:
Carter-Ruck has extensive experience in litigation, arbitration and regulatory matters involving an international, diplomatic or geopolitical context. The team regularly advises on the impact of international law and represent clients in a variety of tribunals and forums worldwide. The team is also well known for advising clients who are the subject of targeted sanctions and restrictive measures at domestic, European Union or international level. The firm’s expertise in dealing with the international media means they are uniquely placed to advise on the reputational implications of sensitive international disputes.
Sanctions:
Carter-Ruck is widely considered to be the leading law firm for individuals and entities wishing to take steps, including court action, for the annulment of restrictive measures. We pioneered challenges to such sanctions in 2001 for client Sheikh Yassin Abdullah Kadi whose two successes before the European Court of Justice have set the benchmark for sanctions challenges.
We have represented clients before the Administrative Court in London in domestic judicial reviews of administrative sanctions decisions, the Ombudsperson to the United Nation’s ISIL and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee, before the General Court of the European Union and the European Court of Justice. We also advise clients challenging US designations by OFAC.
By their nature, many of these cases include a reputation management element. Carter-Ruck’s unrivalled expertise in media law means that we are particularly well-placed to assist and uniquely we are able to respond quickly and authoritatively to press interest directed to our clients.
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- Web: www.carter-ruck.com
- Tel: (020) 7353 5005
- Fax: (020) 7353 5553
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Carter-Ruck launches International Media Law Guide
Carter-Ruck has launched an International Media Law Guide, which has been written by experts who practise in media law in the jurisdictions featured and which will be a useful resource for those seeking to access information about the different rights and remedies available in this field globally.
EU Council Reimburses Nizar Assaad’s Legal Costs After EU Court Annuls Unlawful Sanctions
Mr Nizar Assaad has been paid a significant contribution towards his legal costs by the EU Council. This payment follows Mr Assaad’s successful action for annulment of unlawful sanctions before the EU General Court.
Supreme Court hears landmark defamation appeal by prominent British Muslim against Home Secretary
On 1 November 2023 the UK Supreme Court heard the appeal by Chowdhury Mueen-Uddin, a senior and prominent member of the Muslim community in the UK who was a founding member of the Muslim Council of Britain and served as the vice chairman of the East London Mosque.
‘Due Diligence’ and the Protection of Personal Data
Which organisations hold personal data about you? What information do they hold? How did they obtain it, for what reasons do they hold it, and with whom are they sharing it? Is it inaccurate or out of date content harming your business or banking interests?
The Online Safety Act - What It Means for The Rights of Individuals to Control Their Online Lives
Claire Gill reviews the long-awaited Online Safety Act which has now received Royal Assent.
Persephone Bridgman Baker in Tatler: The art of crafting the perfect reputation: An UHNW guide
Persephone Bridgman Baker shares her insights with Tatler on why reputation matters, how to ensure you protect your most important asset and building a support team of specialist advisers to help create and protect your brand.
“Lawyer in the News” - Caitlin Harris
Carter-Ruck solicitor Caitlin Harris has been featured in the Law Society Gazette following the firm’s representation of Shaima Dallali in an Employment Tribunal claim against her former employer, the National Union of Students.
Matthew Hedges and Ali Issa Ahmad vow to continue their fight for justice after UAE torture
High Court civil claims against those responsible for detaining and torturing Matthew Hedges and Ali Issa Ahmad in the UAE have today been brought to an end following agreement between the parties on the basis that each party will pay their own costs.
Carter-Ruck wins Reputation Management Law Firm of the Year at the Citywealth Magic Circle Awards
Carter-Ruck has been named ‘Reputation Management Law Firm of the Year’ at The Citywealth Magic Circle Awards 2024.
Shaima Dallali – National Union of Students
Shaima Dallali has settled her Employment Tribunal proceedings against National Union of Students.
Princess Diana’s former chauffeur Steve Davies secures slander success against the BBC
Mr Davies was previously the chauffeur to the late Diana, HRH the Princess of Wales. The claim related to serious and unfounded allegations made by journalist Martin Bashir to the Princess and Earl Spencer during a meeting in September 1995, to procure an interview with the Princess for BBC Panorama
Law360: UK Damages Cap Threatens Rights of Sanctions Targets
There has been no shortage lately of legislative tinkering with the framework governing the UK’s sanctions regime. With sanctions becoming an ever-increasingly important and prolific foreign policy tool these alterations are growing in consequence.
His Majesty King Juan Carlos Alfonso Victor María de Borbón y Borbón wins sovereign immunity appeal
The Court of Appeal (King LJ, Simler LJ and Popplewell LJ) has today delivered judgment upholding the claim to sovereign immunity of His Majesty King Juan Carlos I in respect of allegations of pre-abdication conduct made against him by Corinna Zu Sayn-Wittgenstein-Sayn (the “Claimant”).
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif of Pakistan secures apologies from The Mail on Sunday and MailOnline
The MailOnline and the Mail on Sunday (published by Associated Newspapers) have apologised to the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shahbaz Sharif, over false and very seriously defamatory allegations published in articles on 14 July 2019
Al Jazeera files ICC request over Israeli killing of journalist Shireen Abu Akleh
Al Jazeera Media Network has filed a formal request with the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague, seeking an investigation into the killing of the renowned journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, shot by the Israeli Defence Force (IDF) while reporting from Palestine on 11 May 2022.
Len McCluskey receives apology and substantial payment to charity from The Mirror
Len McCluskey, who was General Secretary of Unite the Union from 2011 to 2021, has received a full apology, together with £18,000 in libel damages, plus his legal costs, from The Mirror newspaper.
Carter-Ruck launches International Media Law Guide
Carter-Ruck has launched an International Media Law Guide, which has been written by experts who practise in media law in the jurisdictions featured and which will be a useful resource for those seeking to access information about the different rights and remedies available in this field globally.
Mr David Kendrick and Ms Daisy Kendrick sue Mukesh Kapila over blog allegations
Mr David Kendrick and Ms Daisy Kendrick have brought legal proceedings today against Professor Mukesh Kapila following publication on his blog of allegations regarding their dealings with United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS).
Mirror apologises and pays £75,000 damages to individual over repeated allegations of fraud
Ilian Stoimenov has won his libel claim against the publisher of the Daily Mirror.
Guy Martin and Katherine Hooley have advised the prominent film director Taghi Amirani and film editor Walter Murch (Apocalypse Now, The Conversation, The English Patient) concerning their film Coup 53. Coup 53 is a historical documentary about the CIA/MI6 sponsored coup in Iran in 1953.
Ontario Court of Appeal upholds dismissal of defamation action against Al Jazeera
The Court of Appeal for Ontario has dismissed an Appeal brought by the Rebel News Network against a Decision of 16 February 2021 to dismiss its defamation claim against Al Jazeera. Carter-Ruck client Al Jazeera Media Network won a motion to dismiss a defamation claim brought by Rebel News
Telegraph & Ian Austin apologise in High Court to Laura Murray over false anti-Semitism allegations
The Telegraph and Ian Austin (the former Labour MP and now member of the House of Lords) have today provided a full and unreserved apology to Laura Murray before Mr Justice Saini in the High Court in London, following Ms Murray’s successful claim in libel.
Swiss Federal Prosecutor’s office has closed its 11-year criminal investigation into the Mubaraks'
The Swiss Federal Prosecutor’s office has closed its 11-year criminal investigation into Alaa and Gamal Mubarak, the sons of the late former President of Egypt, unfreezing all of their assets in Switzerland.
The Sun apologises to Susan Hamblin over serious libels
Susan Hamblin has won her libel and data protection claim against the publisher of The Sun.
High Court grants permission to Ahmad permission to pursue his claim against 6 UAE Officials
Ali Issa Ahmad, the British tourist who was falsely arrested and tortured in the UAE in 2019 after attending an Asian Cup football match, has been given permission by the High Court to serve out of the jurisdiction and pursue his claim against 6 senior UAE officials.
Carter-Ruck promote Persephone Bridgman Baker to the Partnership
Leading litigation law firm Carter-Ruck is pleased to announce that Persephone Bridgman Baker has been promoted to Partner and will join the partnership effective 1 February 2022.
EU Court of Justice annuls sanctions imposed on former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak and Family
EU Court of Justice annuls sanctions imposed on former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak and Family
Sexual assault victim Caitlin McNamara sends formal notification of civil claim to UAE Sheikh
Caitlin McNamara, the curator of the inaugural Hay Festival in Abu Dhabi, has today sent a formal letter of claim to Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, the UAE’s Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence.
Tortured football fan Ali Issa Ahmad sends formal notification of civil claim to senior UAE official
Ali Issa Ahmad, the British tourist who was falsely arrested and tortured in the UAE in 2019 after attending an Asian Cup football match, has today sent formal letters of claim to six senior UAE officials.
Rached Ghannouchi secures takedown of four publications by Al Arab and Middle East Online
Rached Ghannouchi (the leader of the Tunisian Ennahdha Party and Speaker of the Tunisian Parliament) has secured the take down of three articles and a video published on various dates in April and May 2020 by Al Arab and Middle East Online.
Carter-Ruck launches International Media Law Guide
Carter-Ruck has launched an International Media Law Guide, which has been written by experts who practise in media law in the jurisdictions featured and which will be a useful resource for those seeking to access information about the different rights and remedies available in this field globally.
EU Council Reimburses Nizar Assaad’s Legal Costs After EU Court Annuls Unlawful Sanctions
Mr Nizar Assaad has been paid a significant contribution towards his legal costs by the EU Council. This payment follows Mr Assaad’s successful action for annulment of unlawful sanctions before the EU General Court.
Supreme Court hears landmark defamation appeal by prominent British Muslim against Home Secretary
On 1 November 2023 the UK Supreme Court heard the appeal by Chowdhury Mueen-Uddin, a senior and prominent member of the Muslim community in the UK who was a founding member of the Muslim Council of Britain and served as the vice chairman of the East London Mosque.
‘Due Diligence’ and the Protection of Personal Data
Which organisations hold personal data about you? What information do they hold? How did they obtain it, for what reasons do they hold it, and with whom are they sharing it? Is it inaccurate or out of date content harming your business or banking interests?
The Online Safety Act - What It Means for The Rights of Individuals to Control Their Online Lives
Claire Gill reviews the long-awaited Online Safety Act which has now received Royal Assent.
Persephone Bridgman Baker in Tatler: The art of crafting the perfect reputation: An UHNW guide
Persephone Bridgman Baker shares her insights with Tatler on why reputation matters, how to ensure you protect your most important asset and building a support team of specialist advisers to help create and protect your brand.
“Lawyer in the News” - Caitlin Harris
Carter-Ruck solicitor Caitlin Harris has been featured in the Law Society Gazette following the firm’s representation of Shaima Dallali in an Employment Tribunal claim against her former employer, the National Union of Students.
Matthew Hedges and Ali Issa Ahmad vow to continue their fight for justice after UAE torture
High Court civil claims against those responsible for detaining and torturing Matthew Hedges and Ali Issa Ahmad in the UAE have today been brought to an end following agreement between the parties on the basis that each party will pay their own costs.
Carter-Ruck wins Reputation Management Law Firm of the Year at the Citywealth Magic Circle Awards
Carter-Ruck has been named ‘Reputation Management Law Firm of the Year’ at The Citywealth Magic Circle Awards 2024.
Shaima Dallali – National Union of Students
Shaima Dallali has settled her Employment Tribunal proceedings against National Union of Students.
Princess Diana’s former chauffeur Steve Davies secures slander success against the BBC
Mr Davies was previously the chauffeur to the late Diana, HRH the Princess of Wales. The claim related to serious and unfounded allegations made by journalist Martin Bashir to the Princess and Earl Spencer during a meeting in September 1995, to procure an interview with the Princess for BBC Panorama
Law360: UK Damages Cap Threatens Rights of Sanctions Targets
There has been no shortage lately of legislative tinkering with the framework governing the UK’s sanctions regime. With sanctions becoming an ever-increasingly important and prolific foreign policy tool these alterations are growing in consequence.
His Majesty King Juan Carlos Alfonso Victor María de Borbón y Borbón wins sovereign immunity appeal
The Court of Appeal (King LJ, Simler LJ and Popplewell LJ) has today delivered judgment upholding the claim to sovereign immunity of His Majesty King Juan Carlos I in respect of allegations of pre-abdication conduct made against him by Corinna Zu Sayn-Wittgenstein-Sayn (the “Claimant”).
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif of Pakistan secures apologies from The Mail on Sunday and MailOnline
The MailOnline and the Mail on Sunday (published by Associated Newspapers) have apologised to the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shahbaz Sharif, over false and very seriously defamatory allegations published in articles on 14 July 2019
Al Jazeera files ICC request over Israeli killing of journalist Shireen Abu Akleh
Al Jazeera Media Network has filed a formal request with the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague, seeking an investigation into the killing of the renowned journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, shot by the Israeli Defence Force (IDF) while reporting from Palestine on 11 May 2022.
Len McCluskey receives apology and substantial payment to charity from The Mirror
Len McCluskey, who was General Secretary of Unite the Union from 2011 to 2021, has received a full apology, together with £18,000 in libel damages, plus his legal costs, from The Mirror newspaper.
Carter-Ruck launches International Media Law Guide
Carter-Ruck has launched an International Media Law Guide, which has been written by experts who practise in media law in the jurisdictions featured and which will be a useful resource for those seeking to access information about the different rights and remedies available in this field globally.
Mr David Kendrick and Ms Daisy Kendrick sue Mukesh Kapila over blog allegations
Mr David Kendrick and Ms Daisy Kendrick have brought legal proceedings today against Professor Mukesh Kapila following publication on his blog of allegations regarding their dealings with United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS).
Mirror apologises and pays £75,000 damages to individual over repeated allegations of fraud
Ilian Stoimenov has won his libel claim against the publisher of the Daily Mirror.
Guy Martin and Katherine Hooley have advised the prominent film director Taghi Amirani and film editor Walter Murch (Apocalypse Now, The Conversation, The English Patient) concerning their film Coup 53. Coup 53 is a historical documentary about the CIA/MI6 sponsored coup in Iran in 1953.
Ontario Court of Appeal upholds dismissal of defamation action against Al Jazeera
The Court of Appeal for Ontario has dismissed an Appeal brought by the Rebel News Network against a Decision of 16 February 2021 to dismiss its defamation claim against Al Jazeera. Carter-Ruck client Al Jazeera Media Network won a motion to dismiss a defamation claim brought by Rebel News
Telegraph & Ian Austin apologise in High Court to Laura Murray over false anti-Semitism allegations
The Telegraph and Ian Austin (the former Labour MP and now member of the House of Lords) have today provided a full and unreserved apology to Laura Murray before Mr Justice Saini in the High Court in London, following Ms Murray’s successful claim in libel.
Swiss Federal Prosecutor’s office has closed its 11-year criminal investigation into the Mubaraks'
The Swiss Federal Prosecutor’s office has closed its 11-year criminal investigation into Alaa and Gamal Mubarak, the sons of the late former President of Egypt, unfreezing all of their assets in Switzerland.
The Sun apologises to Susan Hamblin over serious libels
Susan Hamblin has won her libel and data protection claim against the publisher of The Sun.
High Court grants permission to Ahmad permission to pursue his claim against 6 UAE Officials
Ali Issa Ahmad, the British tourist who was falsely arrested and tortured in the UAE in 2019 after attending an Asian Cup football match, has been given permission by the High Court to serve out of the jurisdiction and pursue his claim against 6 senior UAE officials.
Carter-Ruck promote Persephone Bridgman Baker to the Partnership
Leading litigation law firm Carter-Ruck is pleased to announce that Persephone Bridgman Baker has been promoted to Partner and will join the partnership effective 1 February 2022.
EU Court of Justice annuls sanctions imposed on former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak and Family
EU Court of Justice annuls sanctions imposed on former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak and Family
Sexual assault victim Caitlin McNamara sends formal notification of civil claim to UAE Sheikh
Caitlin McNamara, the curator of the inaugural Hay Festival in Abu Dhabi, has today sent a formal letter of claim to Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, the UAE’s Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence.
Tortured football fan Ali Issa Ahmad sends formal notification of civil claim to senior UAE official
Ali Issa Ahmad, the British tourist who was falsely arrested and tortured in the UAE in 2019 after attending an Asian Cup football match, has today sent formal letters of claim to six senior UAE officials.
Rached Ghannouchi secures takedown of four publications by Al Arab and Middle East Online
Rached Ghannouchi (the leader of the Tunisian Ennahdha Party and Speaker of the Tunisian Parliament) has secured the take down of three articles and a video published on various dates in April and May 2020 by Al Arab and Middle East Online.