Mark Stephens (solicitor)

Mark Howard Stephens CBE (born 7 April 1957) is an English solicitor specializing in media law, intellectual property rights, freedom of speech and human rights. He is known for representing James Hewitt when allegations of his affair with Diana, Princess of Wales first emerged. In 2010, he represented Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, defending him against an extradition request to Sweden based on suspicion of numerous sexual offences. He also founded the law firm Howard Kennedy LLP, which has represented several high-profile clients in media and entertainment law cases.

    Mark Stephens

    CBE
    Mark Stephens in 2011
    Born (1957-04-07) 7 April 1957
    Old Windsor, Berkshire, England
    NationalityBritish
    Alma materNorth East London Polytechnic
    Vrije Universiteit
    OccupationSolicitor
    Known forSenior Member Howard Kennedy, Chair of Design and Artists Copyright Society, University of East London, Board of the Independent Schools Inspectorate Chair of Internews. Past President of the Commonwealth Lawyers Association. Writing and Broadcasting.
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