Using an advertising lawyer

An advertising lawyer is, as the name suggests, a UK-qualified solicitor who specialises in the legal aspects of the marketing and advertising industry. It is common for an advertising lawyer to have related specialties such as media law.

Advertising lawyers are usually employed at large full-service firms. This is because such firms usually have big corporate clients and it is those clients who need the most extensive type of legal advertising advice. Other advertising lawyers are employed by niche firms which offer specialised services, whilst a third option of employment is an in-house legal position, working for an advertising agency or a large corporation.

An advertising lawyer must keep up-to-date with technological advances. This is because in the advertising world each new way of communicating is seen as a new opportunity for advertising space. The legal guidelines of common law can not keep up with technology, as new law only comes from new disputes. This means that every time a new form of advertising is explored, the existing legal framework must slightly expand.

If you are currently involved in a legal dispute regarding advertising, it is important to seek the help of a legal professional. Since the legal framework that governs advertising is constantly changing it is important that you are advised by an advertising lawyer who is aware of recent developments. Doing so will ensure you know what your legal position is and what your chances are of successfully resolving the dispute.

If you would like to obtain legal advice on advertising or media, Contact Law can put you in touch with a local specialist solicitor free of charge. So, if you have any questions or would like our help in finding local specialist solicitors please call us on 0800 1777 162 or complete the web-form above.