So wrote Judge Lewis Kaplan in a recent federal case in New York. These days, as United States Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy discussed, part of an attorney's job is to "take reasonable steps to defend a clients' reputation in the court of public opinion." Yet all too often, clients and their attorneys learn the hard way that navigating alone the intersection of legal claims, government investigations and media scrutiny can be dangerous and damaging. In today's media-hungry, ratings-driven environment, attorneys and their clients must be equipped to maneuver effectively not only in the courtroom, but also in the court of public opinion.
Veteran media lawyer and trial attorney Amy Rotenberg understands that litigation and critical issues communications is not "ordinary" public relations or crisis management. Her specialized knowledge of defamation law, privacy principles, complex litigation processes, and print and broadcast newsgathering techniques help clients communicate about their critical issues while protecting their legal interests and reputation. She works directly with her clients' attorneys to closely coordinate communications strategy with legal strategy. She understands the complex legal and regulatory issues her clients face, and the impact that public comments may have on pending or threatened legal matters.
