Are you Master of your Domain?

Savvy people in the media spotlight have always taken steps to protect their name and reputation. This is particularly true on the internet where would be ‘entrepreneurs’ looking to make a fast buck have registered the domain names for anyone and everyone they think might be of public interest.

Until recently, re-acquiring these domain names meant paying a lump sum to the ‘cyber-squatters’. However, help is at hand through the United Nations. Mishcon recently submitted a successful application for an England international footballer. This resulted in the ownership of the name being returned to its rightful owner.

If your domain name is being misused, you may be able to take action. To discuss further, please contact:

Jeremy Hertzog
Tel +44 (0)20 7440 7264
jeremy.hertzog@mishcon.co.uk