A Strategic PR Partner for Legal Teams
Trevi Communications collaborates directly with attorneys to integrate public relations into a comprehensive legal strategy involving litigation or Chapter 11 bankruptcies. We serve as a trusted partner to law firms and in-house counsel, helping you represent clients not just in the courtroom, but in the court of public opinion, where reputational stakes can be just as high.
Why should PR be part of your legal strategy?
We work alongside legal teams from the outset of a dispute or bankruptcy to ensure your communications strategy supports the client’s legal goals. Our role is not to speak for the client, but to help shape how their position is understood publicly, whether by the press, customers, investors, or regulators. We translate complex legal issues into clear, strategic messages, always in close coordination with counsel to avoid jeopardizing privilege, confidentiality, or legal standing.
Is your legal team prepared for media scrutiny?
Our team assists lawyers in anticipating media interest, preparing for coverage, and managing messaging across all phases of litigation. We develop holding statements, media Q&As, and press strategies that reflect the tone and substance of legal filings and courtroom arguments. When the unexpected happens, we act quickly to help legal teams respond effectively and stay focused on their case.
When and how should attorneys engage with the media?
We bring deep experience working with legal and business press, and we understand the unique challenges of communicating amid an active litigation or bankruptcy. Whether the matter is public or under seal, civil or criminal, high-profile or highly sensitive, we advise attorneys on when—and how—to engage with media in ways that strengthen the client’s legal and reputational position.
How can you protect your client’s reputation beyond the courtroom?
Litigation and bankruptcy matters can shape public perception long after a verdict, settlement, or court decision. Trevi works with legal teams to consider not just the outcome of a case, but its broader impact on a client’s reputation. We help lawyers protect what their clients have built so they can move forward with confidence once the issue is behind them.
“When a client is facing litigation or bankruptcy, what happens outside the courtroom can be just as consequential as what happens inside it. Our job is to work alongside legal counsel to anticipate challenges, manage public perceptions, and make sure every communication supports the broader legal strategy. The goal isn’t simply to manage the news cycle. It’s to protect the client’s reputation and long-term interests.” – Lisa Murray, Founding Principal, Trevi Communications
High-stakes legal matters demand an experienced communications team. Trevi Communications understands the complexities of litigation and bankruptcy, the sensitivities of working with legal teams, and the importance of getting the message right.
Litigation and bankruptcy proceedings can attract media attention, influence stakeholder perceptions, and affect a company’s reputation. A strategic PR program helps legal teams communicate effectively with important audiences while ensuring public messaging supports the broader legal strategy.
Ideally, communications professionals should be involved early, before a dispute becomes public or a bankruptcy filing is announced. Early collaboration allows legal and PR teams to anticipate potential issues, prepare messaging, and develop a coordinated communications strategy rather than reacting to events as they unfold.
Trevi works directly with attorneys to develop communications strategies that complement their legal objectives. We help translate complex legal matters into understandable messages, prepare media materials, anticipate questions, and manage press inquiries, with all communications closely coordinated with counsel.
Public statements made during litigation can create legal and reputational risks if they are not carefully managed. That’s why Trevi coordinates closely with legal counsel to ensure communications are consistent with the client’s legal position and appropriately account for confidentiality, privilege, and other legal considerations.
Trevi provides strategic communications planning, media relations counsel, message development, holding statements, media Q&As, crisis response, and reputation management. Our support is tailored to the circumstances of each matter, helping legal teams communicate effectively throughout the proceedings and beyond.
Chapter 11 proceedings can create uncertainty among employees, customers, vendors, lenders, and other stakeholders. Trevi works with legal teams to develop coordinated communications that explain the process, address stakeholder concerns, and help preserve important business relationships throughout restructuring.
Whether you have questions or are ready to explore how we can work together, we would love to hear from you!
