Media and press law

UGGC Avocats has extensive expertise in press law, image protection, reputation and crisis communication.

A broad field of intervention

The firm’s areas of expertise include the following:

  • Pre-litigation and litigation relating to press offenses, both civil and criminal: defamation, insult, right of reply, etc.
  • Preparation and legal review of reports and other publications with regard to the risks of defamation and other press offences, risk assessment and resulting communication strategy
  • Protection of personal image and privacy, especially on social networks
  • Action against identity theft, phishing and other online deception to the detriment of individuals or companies
  • Contracts for the use of images of people and property
  • Agent contracts

Typology of customers

The team works on behalf of individuals, public figures and celebrities, as well as companies, professional organizations/trade unions, foundations and NGOs.

The firm also advises renowned photographers, models, agencies and fashion houses on photo and video shoots, orders and assignments of photographic rights, and contracts for the hiring and provision of models.