The Media

Mateer Harbert has a proven expertise in a broad range of media law issues. In the libel, slander and right of privacy areas, the firm counsels clients in pre-publication and pre-broadcast review and also has substantial experience in the defense of libel, slander, invasion of privacy and related torts.

Mateer Harbert provides counseling with respect to the news gathering process, the Sunshine Law, Public Records Law, the Freedom of Information Act and news reporter's privilege. The firm is active in cases seeking access to courtrooms and court records.

Our firm provides counseling on copyright and trademark issues and has significant experience in the drafting of contracts in the media law area, including syndication agreements, book contracts and electronic publishing agreements.

David L. Evans
Donald R. Henderson
James R. Lussier
William G. Mateer