This On Demand was originally recorded on 21 November 2023

The media plays a significant role in shaping legal cases. Lawyers should adopt strategic approaches when interacting with journalists. Courts often have to navigate and reconcile conflicting viewpoints. 

Get a comprehensive exploration from media, counsel, and bench perspectives from: the Honourable Justice Moore; Julie-Anne Kincade KC; Elizabeth Binning, NZME Open Justice editor; Edward Gay, reporter at Stuff; Hannah Norton, PR consultant; and Marie Dyhrberg KC as chair. 

Attend this seminar to gain clear insights and foster confident interactions among all stakeholders and get the best outcomes for your clients.

Who should watch?

Any legal professional who deals with the media, especially those practicing in criminal law. Journalists might also benefit from attending.

Learning Outcomes

• Gain a better understanding of the role of media in legal cases.
• Learn the best formats for dealing with media.
• Discover when and why press releases are used.
• Learn about the part social media plays, including the role of moderators – and why front-footing can be advantageous for lawyers and their clients.
• Receive guidance on clients dealing with media.
• Become better apprised about name suppression, including how courts balance fair trial rights and public discourse.
• Gain insights into takedown notices, including their relevance to fair trials.
• Find out how to get errors corrected – so your client doesn’t suffer long-term damage.

Presenter Details

The Honourable Justice Moore
Julie-Anne Kincade KC
Edward Gay, Reporter, Stuff
Hannah Norton, PR Consultant and Lawyer
Elizabeth Binning, Open Justice Editor, NZME

Chair: Marie Dyhrberg KC