Ali leads KJK’s nationally recognized Internet Defamation and Content Removal group, focusing on reputation management and brand protection through the removal of damaging internet content.
Ali curates sophisticated content removal strategies for both individuals and brands seeking to manage their online reputations, which includes removing negative business reviews, online defamation, social media posts, news articles, and more. Ali thrives at identifying the source of anonymous online reputational attacks and harassment, utilizing her experience in cyber-investigation and filing John Doe lawsuits to help clients reclaim their reputations. Her experience in nuanced internet search techniques allows her to assist clients in addressing complex internet issues, including the aftermath of hacked social media and cloud-based accounts.
Ali frequently removes harmful and sensitive content – including revenge porn – from social media platforms including Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and Reddit, attaining removal without bringing more exposure to damaging issues. She assists high-profile clients, celebrities, and content creators in the entertainment industry, including stars appearing on RuPaul’s Drag Race and the Real Housewives television franchise.
Additionally, Ali advises businesses and influencers on brand protection, intellectual property registration and infringement, licensing, and policy enforcement on platforms like Amazon, eBay, Etsy, Shopify, Temu and Alibaba. Her experience in identifying the source of negative online reviews, often stemming from competitors engaging in unfair business practices, allows her to assist clients in removing negative content on review platforms like Google My Business, Yelp, RateMDs, Vitals, Healthgrades, RealSelf, Avvo and more.
Ali is a thought leader in the developing space of internet law, having authored hundreds of articles on emerging legal issues and offering contemporary solutions through her insights. Her work often sets case precedent, and she is a frequent commentator in the media for internet-related issues, providing insight to outlets including, National Public Radio (NPR), the New York Times, Bloomberg Law, Yahoo News, Courthouse News, and more. Her articles on AI-generated Revenge Porn and “Are We Dating the Same Guy” Facebook groups have been cited by Wikipedia.
Ali’s Internet Defamation and Content Removal practice frequently overlaps with KJK’s eCommerce, Intellectual Property, and Cyber Security & Data Breach practice groups. When working on legal matters involving the internet, Ali can assist clients in devising strategies that achieve multiple goals.
Prior to becoming an attorney, Ali served as the founder and CEO of a digital marketing, brand management, and advertising firm, where she managed a diverse portfolio of clients, including Fortune 500 companies and celebrities. Her unique mix of business, marketing, and legal experience, allows her to see cases from multiple angles and deliver comprehensive representation which can include the release of public media statements.
Ali is a member of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) and is an avid volunteer for Second Star Ohio and A Special Wish Foundation, two organizations that grant wishes for children suffering from life-threatening illnesses.
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