Tess Layton

Call to Bar: 2016 (AB)

Phone: (780) 497-3305

Fax: (780) 429-3044

Tess Layton is an experienced lawyer dedicated to advising and defending journalists and media organizations throughout Alberta and across Canada. With a strong background in media law, Tess acts for media entities, individuals, and corporations in matters involving defamation claims and risk management. Her expertise includes providing strategic pre-publication advice for a diverse range of media outlets regarding news stories and investigations.

Tess has a distinguished record of advocacy, having appeared at all levels of court in Alberta. Notably, at the Court of Appeal of Alberta, she has championed the rights of the media to receive notification of applications that may restrict publication and access, and has worked to define the meaning of publication in the context of the internet. Tess also has experience representing clients before the Supreme Court of Canada on significant media law issues.

Her work has addressed complex legal challenges, such as representing a major national broadcaster in injunction proceedings related to publication bans, acting for the Canadian Media Lawyers Association (CMLA) on public access to court transcripts, and defending the media’s right to advance notice of applications that could impact public and media access to court documents.

If you are seeking expert legal advice and strong representation in media law, defamation, or publication-related matters, Tess Layton offers substantial experience and advanced knowledge to protect your interests.

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