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Paul Tweed

Mediator
London, United Kingdom

About

With over 40 years of legal practice, Paul Tweed has developed a specialized focus on international media law, privacy, and data protection. He has represented high-profile clients in complex disputes involving defamation and reputation management across multiple jurisdictions, including the UK, Ireland, and the United States. His transition into mediation leverages this extensive litigation background to resolve sensitive commercial and media-related conflicts.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Entertainment & Media Intellectual Property Personal Injury & Torts Technology & Cyber

Professional Experience

Founding Partner
Tweed (Belfast
Dublin
London)
Partner
Johnsons Solicitors
Mediator
JAMS

Publications Leadership

  • Author of 'Privacy and Libel Law: The Clash with Press Freedom'
  • Frequent contributor to national and international media on privacy and data protection issues
  • Speaker at international legal conferences regarding social media regulation and reputation management

Positioning Takeaways

A veteran media litigator who provides deep expertise in cross-border defamation and digital privacy disputes.

License & Certifications

  • Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Judicature in Northern Ireland
  • Solicitor of the High Court of Ireland
  • Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales
  • CEDR Accredited Mediator

Education

Law Degree
Queen's University Belfast

Distinction

Renowned for handling high-stakes defamation cases for global celebrities and corporations across three jurisdictions.

Reputation

He is widely regarded by peers and clients as a leading authority in media law, noted for his strategic approach to reputation management and his ability to navigate the intersection of privacy rights and press freedom.