Taylor Hampton Solicitors is a multi-award winning and innovative media law firm situated in the heart of legal London. With over a decade of expertise in media law, we have been instrumental in shaping the media legal landscape in both libel and privacy in the UK.
We specialise in defamation, safeguarding private information and taking action against the media in relation to phone hacking. We also leverage our expertise to protect clients in the digital space in relation to social media, the internet and online.
As recognised by Chambers & Partners in their Defamation/Reputation Management (UK Wide) 2026 rankings and by the Legal 500 for Reputation Management as a “Firm to Watch” in 2026.
We acted in the landmark case that led to the enactment of the ‘serious harm’ requirement under the Defamation Act 2013, (Thornton v Daily Telegraph Media) as well as the first case to test the ‘serious harm’ requirement in the Supreme Court under section 1(1) of the Defamation Act 2013 (Lachaux v Independent Print Ltd and Evening Standard Ltd).
We have been at the forefront of the phone hacking litigation over the last decade and a half. We acted in the claims that let to the closure of The News of The World, the establishment of the Leveson Inquiry and the blocking of News Corporation’s takeover bid for BSkyB. Additionally we played a key role in initiating class actions against Mirror Group Newspapers. We acted in the landmark case in Privacy of Gulati v Mirror Group Newspapers which led to a huge increase in damages in privacy cases.
Our track record speaks volumes. We have consistently delivered positive outcomes for clients across all sectors, whether in Media Law, Privacy or Commercial Disputes. Our reputation for excellence is well-established.
As specialists in crisis management, we are available at all times to help you through time critical situations. Our team of expert lawyers are on hand if you urgently help, in particular in cases where an injunction is required. We act efficiently, quickly and with discretion.
Is a media organisation about to publish an article which is false and may destroy your reputation? Are you concerned that private information is wrongly about to be shared about you? Is a journalist outside your home and refusing to go away? Do you believe that someone is harassing or stalking you? Contact us on the number below for assistance.
Commercial Litigation involves disputes between two parties where one or more of them is a business or corporation. Please refer to our Commercial Litigation Services section more information on the scope of our work in this area.
Recent research shows that in 2024 UK victims lost a total of £11.4bn due to financial scams. Modern scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated in the methods used to trick their victims. Please see our legal services section for more information on Financial Crime and how to obtain freezing orders against scammers.
For personalized legal assistance, reach out to us today via our contact form or call us for a 24/7 emergency response.
Taylor Hampton Solicitors: London’s Leading Award-Winning Privacy, Defamation, and Phone Hacking Experts.
From the Claimants in Gibbons v Coldrick KB-2024-003001We felt very supported by our legal team at every step of the litigation process; they shouldered the stress and burden, and supported us every step of the way. We particularly valued their exceptional individual skills which blended and complimented each other so well. It has been a masterclass in team work, which allowed us to cut through the complexity to the heart of the case. They were able to tailor an individual approach to build trust with us, and work with us as people. They understood what was important to us and our motivation to protect ourselves from defamation, harassment and breaches of privacy. They were highly professional in their work providing us with clear guidance at each stage. We valued their integrity, attention to detail, and strategic approach . The team’s responsiveness and ability to flex to offer input at times of crisis and short notice was critical to the success of our working with them. Most importantly, we trust their guidance and judgement and feel that we were treated with kindness and compassion at a very distressing time for us. We simply cannot express our gratitude enough for their representation of us; their support in concluding this matter has been life changing and we cannot recommend them more highly
Former ClientI would like to say once again thank you to the entire company and the lawyers who were closely involved in my case, especially Anna Johnston, Rosalind Fraser, and Francis Leonard. From the very beginning of my case, when I was informed that there was a chance of winning—even when I had moments of doubt—my lawyers provided me with support. My questions were always answered, and I was kept informed about the progress of the case. Thank you once again for your support, professionalism, and for bringing my case to a very successful conclusion. I would recommend Taylor Hampton as they are efficient, hard-working and professional. Thank you
Former ClientAfter finding out that I had been illegally hacked, I didn’t really know what to do. Taylor Hampton stepped in, guided me through the whole process making it a stress free situation to deal with. Whilst no one would want to be in this situation, having a company who made you feel looked after certainly gave me great comfort. I would recommend them to anyone
Dr KnightMy experiences with Taylor Hampton were one-hundred percent positive. We could not have hoped to find a better lawyer.
Anonymous ClientPlease accept my sincerest thanks for the way you have handled the matter. I am so glad I had you as a team to represent me and I have no doubt you are the reason I felt it was worth taking on such big corporations, when actually it frightened the life out of me. You have made the process stress free (almost), and I am fortunate that a random google search led me to you.
The Reddit Data Privacy Fine: What Do UK Media Businesses Need To Know?
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This article explains aspects of data privacy for UK media companies and organisations following a recent ruling from the UK’s data watchdog. What is Reddit? Reddit is an online discussion platform where millions of users share news, content, and participate in discussions across thousands of communities called subreddits. Since being founded in 2005, Reddit has… Continue reading The Reddit Data Privacy Fine: What Do UK Media Businesses Need To Know?
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Royal assent – 19 June 2025 Introduces reforms to UK data protection framework to assist organisations in using personal data responsibly Makes changes to: United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation Data Protection Act 2018 Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR) Minor relaxation of data protection requirements- streamline data protection laws Most reforms to be… Continue reading The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025
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