Alex Vakil
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Alex is an experienced disputes resolution lawyer and solicitor-advocate, with a particular expertise in media, reputation, and data-related matters.
His work covers cases relating to breach of contract, defamation, breach of confidence, harassment, contentious data, and the misuse of private information. Alex is regularly instructed by a broad range of clients from media organisations, broadcasters, and online platforms to publishers, journalists, insurers, charities, film production companies and high-net worth individuals. He has acted on behalf of numerous clients who are household names.
“I am a passionate advocate of the media and freedom of speech”
“I have experience acting for a range of international clients in multiple jurisdictions.
I am a passionate advocate of the media and freedom of speech. This passion informs the work I do for media clients, and drives me to achieve the best results I can for them. I also think they value my organisational and management skills, personable nature, and calmness under pressure.
I’m always up for a challenge and deliver my advice in a commercial way. I’m a firm believer in transparent collaboration and take a client-first approach throughout the process. It’s important that clients are kept up-to-date and feel fully informed and in control.”
Alex’s recent work highlights:
Leading the legal team acting for Mirror Group in a seven-week trial in the Mirror Newspapers Hacking Litigation, which included a claim brought by the Duke of Sussex.
Acting for a Ukrainian focused charity in opposing an application for pre-action disclosure in the High Court.
Advising a film production company following a data breach incident.
Directory quotes
"Alex Vakil is very smart and gives good no nonsense advice." - Legal 500 UK 2025
"Alex is a standout lawyer." - Chambers UK 2025
"He is good at advising his clients from a neutral basis, which always better serves them. He is a very good solicitor." - Chambers UK 2024
"Alex Vakil is ambitious and charismatic – his advice is clear and he does not shy away from a challenge." - Legal 500 UK 2024
"The 'thoughtful' senior associate Alexander Vakil provide[s] key support, especially in relation to data and cyber security issues." - Legal 500 UK 2020
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Expertise sectors
Technology, Media & Telecoms, Insurance & Reinsurance, Media & Entertainment, Big Tech & Platforms, Technology Suppliers, Telecoms
Expertise services
Data & Cyber, Commercial, Disputes, Data Advisory , Data Disputes, Company & Shareholder Disputes
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