Money ยท defamation & privacy
Defamation and privacy barristers, instructed directly.
When your reputation or privacy is harmed, a barrister can advise on defamation and privacy claims and represent you.
At a glance
Libel and slander
Claims over false and damaging statements.
Privacy
Misuse of private information and intrusion.
Defences
Truth, honest opinion and public interest defences.
Defamation and privacy law protects reputation and personal information against false statements and unlawful intrusion. A barrister can advise on libel and slander, misuse of private information, harassment and data protection, and on defending such claims, including the public interest defences.
A barrister will assess whether a statement is actionable, the defences available, and the realistic outcome and value, and represent you in court. Through Direct Access you can instruct a barrister directly, without going through a solicitor first.
Barristers are regulated by the Bar Standards Board.
Through Direct Access you can instruct a defamation & privacy barrister directly, without going through a solicitor first. Barristers are regulated by the Bar Standards Board (BSB).
When to bring in a barrister
Someone has published something false and damaging about you
Your private information has been misused or exposed
You are being sued for defamation and need to defend it
David Hirst
David specialises in defamation, privacy and confidence, data protection, IP, harassment and other media and entertainment related work and is...
Mark Engelman
Mark Engelman has acted in numerous high profile cases including for the estate of Adrian Jacobs against JK Rowling and Bloomsbury Publishing Plc's...
Muhammad Imtiaz
My professional experience lies in Commercial Chancery, Company, Construction, Civil Fraud, Deformation, International and offshore, Landlord and...
Paul Oakley
Frequently asked questions
Can a barrister advise on a defamation claim directly?
Yes. Through Direct Access a barrister can advise you on the merits and represent you in court, without going through a solicitor first.
Is there a time limit for defamation?
Yes. Defamation claims generally must be brought within one year, so take advice quickly.
What does it cost?
Barristers often agree a fixed fee for an initial advice on the merits. There is no charge to enquire.
Related areas of law
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