A media law firm that has shaped the law it practises
With more than 15 years of experience, Taylor Hampton is recognised not only as experts in the field, but contributors to the law itself.
Our story
Built on the biggest cases in modern media law
Taylor Hampton’s groundbreaking casework has helped shape modern media law. The firm acted in the litigation behind the “serious harm” test enshrined in the Defamation Act 2013, and in Lachaux, the Supreme Court case confirming that evidence of a publication’s actual impact is central to establishing defamation. Taylor Hampton was also at the forefront of the phone-hacking litigation that led to the closure of the News of the World, and acted in Gulati, the landmark privacy case that transformed how damages are assessed in privacy claims.
Ranked by both Chambers & Partners and the Legal 500, Taylor Hampton is a leading name in defamation, privacy and reputation management.
A proven track record
Key moments in our history
2008
Taylor Hampton is founded in the heart of London, specialising in defamation and media disputes.
2010
Acted in Thornton v Daily Telegraph Media, establishing the legal test for substantial damage to reputation.
2013
The Defamation Act 2013 introduces the serious harm test, drawing directly on litigation the firm was involved in.
2015
Acted in Gulati v Mirror Group Newspapers, transforming how damages are assessed in phone hacking claims.
2019
Lachaux v Independent Print reaches the Supreme Court, confirming how the serious harm test is applied.
Today
We continue to represent businesses and individuals in media and commercial litigation, applying the precedents we helped establish to today’s cases.
Our strengths
Why Choose Taylor Hampton?
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Proven Success
A track record across media law, privacy and commercial disputes, consistently landing outcomes clients are happy with.
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Award-Winning Practice
Recognised by Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500 for media, privacy and reputation management work.
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Unmatched Experience
Decades handling the biggest cases involving the British press, on both sides of the table.
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Dedicated Support
A partner-led team on every case, from the first call through to resolution.
Since 2008
The Taylor Hampton Story
Today, we are recognized as a leading media law and litigation firm in London, with a proven track record.
Founded in 2008 by Daniel Taylor, our firm emerged from a background of defending the media in high-profile libel, privacy, and copyright cases involving celebrities, politicians, and members of the Royal Family. One landmark case even saw the Court of Appeal overturn a jury libel verdict - a historic moment in English legal history. Regularly acting for both the media and claimants the firm has a unique insight as to how to handle media claims.
Initially focused on defamation and phone hacking claims, Taylor Hampton has expanded its services to encompass a range of litigation areas, including Commercial Disputes, Property Disputes, Copyright Issues, Landlord and Tenant Disputes and Art Law.
At Taylor Hampton, we remain steadfast in our mission to provide exceptional legal services and pursue justice for clients worldwide, across diverse industries.
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Rankings and accreditations
Crisis and reputation management
Urgent help, available at all times
Our team is on hand for time-critical situations, in particular where an injunction is required. We act efficiently, quickly and with discretion.
