UK’s Schillings sets up private investigations business with US law firm Clare Locke

Schillings, a UK law firm famed for representing victims of media intrusion, has partnered with US law firm Clare Locke to launch a private investigations business. The move is notable as Clare Locke is co-led by a former senior CIA official, adding a layer of international expertise. This partnership highlights a strategic shift in how firms protect privacy and tackle media malpractice on a global scale, raising questions about the balance between investigative freedom and privacy rights. For those concerned with media ethics and privacy, this development underscores the evolving landscape of surveillance and investigative practices.