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Defamation

Strategic protection and defense of reputation through defamation litigation

Expert Defamation Litigation Counsel

Reputation is a critical business asset. Defamatory statements—whether published online, in print, or through broadcast media—can cause substantial damage to businesses, professionals, and individuals. Our team provides specialist defamation litigation services to protect and defend reputation through strategic legal action.

From urgent injunction applications to stop publication to full defamation trials, we represent claimants and defendants in high-profile defamation disputes. Our approach combines technical defamation law mastery with media law expertise and strategic communications to achieve optimal outcomes while managing reputational risks.

Our Expertise Includes

  • Libel & Slander Claims
  • Online Defamation & Social Media
  • Publication & Republication Issues
  • Injunctions & Urgent Relief
  • Defamation Defenses
  • Privacy & Harassment Claims

Comprehensive Defamation Services

From pre-publication advice to High Court litigation, we provide strategic counsel across all defamation matters.

Libel Claims

Pursuit of libel claims for written defamatory statements in print, online, and social media—including serious harm assessment and damages quantification.

Online Defamation

Internet defamation claims, social media libel, review site disputes, website operator liability, and takedown notice procedures.

Injunctive Relief

Urgent applications for interim and final injunctions to prevent publication, republication, or continued dissemination of defamatory material.

Defamation Defense

Defense of defamation claims relying on truth, honest opinion, public interest, privilege defenses, and serious harm challenges.

Damages & Remedies

Recovery of substantial damages for reputational harm, aggravated damages, negotiation of corrections and apologies, and costs recovery.

Privacy & Harassment

Privacy breach claims, misuse of private information, harassment proceedings, and data protection litigation complementing defamation actions.

Our Approach

Strategic defamation litigation combining legal expertise with media law knowledge and reputational management.

1

Rapid Response

Defamation requires urgent action—delay can allow widespread republication and reputational damage. We mobilize immediately upon instruction, assessing defamatory meaning, available remedies, and optimal strategy within tight timeframes.

2

Strategic Communications

Defamation litigation occurs in the public sphere—legal strategy must integrate with communications strategy. We coordinate with PR advisers to manage media coverage, public statements, and reputational protection throughout proceedings.

3

Technical Excellence

Defamation law is highly technical—meaning, serious harm, defenses, and limitation periods require specialist expertise. Our team combines deep defamation law knowledge with media law experience to navigate complex legal issues effectively.

4

Proportionate Remedies

Defamation litigation is expensive and time-consuming. We pursue proportionate remedies including corrections, apologies, undertakings, and damages settlement where appropriate—achieving reputational vindication without protracted litigation.

Why Clients Choose Us

Defamation Law Specialists

Dedicated defamation practice with deep expertise in libel, slander, online defamation, media law, and privacy—protecting reputation through strategic litigation.

High-Profile Experience

Track record in high-profile defamation cases including substantial damages awards, successful injunction applications, and effective defamation defense.

Reputational Protection

We understand reputation management and integrate legal strategy with communications objectives—protecting reputation while achieving legal vindication.

Expert Legal Counsel for Your Business

Contact us today to discuss how we can support your business needs.

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