We are recognised as a leading expert in defamation representing many national newspapers, broadcast organisations, book and magazine publishers and a number of high profile individuals.
Our media department is headed by Paul Spring who has extensive experience of libel litigation and media work in general. Paul is currently listed in Chambers UK directory as a leader in defamation and reputation management. His team includes litigation partner Emma Hunt who also has significant experience in this field.
This team have been involved in many of the major libel and media cases in this jurisdiction including the first ever State Immunity case in Northern Ireland.
Areas of expertise include:
- Libel and slander;
- Breach of confidence/privacy;
- Reporting restrictions;
- Contempt of court;
- Press complaints;
- Copyright; and
- Pre-publication work.
What People Say
Interviewees agree this Belfast-based outfit is staffed with highly talented lawyers, whose main focus is defamation and reputation management work. Big-ticket clients include ITN, Channel 4 Television, and the Guardian and Express newspapers.
Paul Spring heads the firm’s litigation team, and offers niche defamation and libel expertise.
UK Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK
