Media Litigation Solicitors | Litigation Solicitors

When information or allegations have been published, the team advises on the most effective strategies. We seek to prevent further damage to reputations, stop further intrusions and hold those responsible to account. This can include engaging with publishers, from established media groups to newer social media platforms and internet service providers, to seek removal of articles, information and allegations.

The team also conducts the full spectrum of media litigation and has been involved in cases that have shaped this area of law, in particular acting in landmark defamation claims and developing the scope of privacy protection and the rights of those subject to press misconduct.

We have been involved in leading cases in the High Court, including all appellate courts and the European Court of Human Rights, and participated in Judicial Reviews and Public Inquiries concerning media law.

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We are available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week on the following mobile numbers:
Dominic Crossley – 07769 908 959
Hanna Basha – 07789 963 968

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Media litigation is a complex and rapidly evolving field that demands specialist expertise, strategic insight and a genuine understanding of your unique circumstances. At Payne Hicks Beach, our experienced solicitors will ensure your case benefits from fair and effective management.

Why Choose Payne Hicks Beach?

Industry Recognised

The team are ranked highly by Chambers High Net Worth, Chambers UK and Legal 500. Our Partners are recognised by the same directories and are also listed in the Spear’s 500.

Complete Spectrum of Services

The team has a wealth of experience assisting high-net worth/high-profile individuals and businesses with reputational crises across the full spectrum. We most commonly advise on defamation, privacy, data protection, cyber, breach of confidence and harassment.

Integrated, Coordinated Advice

The team utilises the expertise of colleagues in other specialist teams in the firm, including in the Criminal Defence & Investigations team.

Privacy and Confidentiality

We act swiftly, but always with integrity, sensitivity and discretion.

Partner-led and cost-effective

We work in small partner-lead teams to ensure that we deliver the best service to our clients in the most cost-efficient manner.

Fast Action When It Matters Most

We are used to being instructed on an urgent basis, particularly when injunctive relief is sought.

"Excellent team with high quality and experienced reputation management litigators." The Legal 500 UK

"Notable expertise, a faultless department - terrific litigators and good tacticians taking pride in handling sensitive reputation issues in an extraordinarily discrete way." The Legal 500 UK

"Payne Hicks Beach always displays a flawless understanding of the crucial interactions between the media, individuals and companies for whom a continuing good reputation is commercially, professionally or personally vital. They have the experience and creativity to both protect reputation from media threats and, on occasion, turn those threats into opportunities to use the media to promote reputation." Chambers HNW

"The Payne Hicks Beach defamation and reputation management department is one of the leading teams in the country, trusted by ultra high net worth individuals to manage some of the most sensitive matters they'll ever face. They recognise the need to deploy a range of different strategies and tactics to deliver for their clients and have an enviable track record of success." Chambers HNW Chambers HNW

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Why Choose Payne Hicks Beach?

Industry Recognised

Complete Spectrum of Services

Integrated, Coordinated Advice

Privacy and Confidentiality

Partner-led and cost-effective

Fast Action When It Matters Most

MEET OUR SPECIALIST TEAM

Dominic Crossley

Hanna Basha

Jamie Hurworth

Francesca Sargent

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