'A go-to firm for anyone facing a reputational crisis', Brett Wilson LLP fields a specialist media and communications department that is highly regarded for its expertise in defamation, malicious falsehoods, data protection, and harassment matters. Predominantly acting for claimants, the team excels in mandates involving online publications and ‘right to be forgotten’ work. Practice head Iain Wilson, represents a diverse clientele, including politicians, celebrities, and corporates, in defamation, privacy, and data protection matters. Max Campbell is noted for his work on privacy and harassment cases, particularly for high-net-worth individuals, while Tom Double excels in representing claimants across a broad spectrum of media and commercial litigation.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

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  • ‘Iain Wilson has built an excellent team. He has a lot of experience and is easy to work with, as are Max Campbell and Tom Double. The instructions are always clear.’

  • ‘Max Campbell is excellent, with outstanding knowledge of law and procedure in this area, and always gives sound and pragmatic advice.'

  • 'Adham Harker is a very good associate, gets stuck into the details and is confident taking difficult decisions.’
  • ‘Brett Wilson is the go-to firm for claimant work in defamation, privacy, online harassment and data protection. The team is first-rate from top to bottom, displaying a real depth of expertise, having been involved in leading cases in the media world.'

  • ‘Brett Wilson is highly knowledgeable in defamation, privacy and data protection law, and a go-to firm for anyone facing a reputational crisis.'

  • 'I believe that while their shrewdness, judgement and legal know-how are superb, their commercial awareness sets them apart. They understand their clients' needs and how to assist them effectively. Personable and responsive, they are solicitors in whom any client would feel confident placing their trust.’
  • ‘Excellent in-depth knowledge in this area. They are an exceptionally skilled team. Get really good results and punch well above their weight.’

  • ‘I had the privilege of working with Brett Wilson LLP on a highly sensitive and confidential matter, and I cannot commend their services highly enough. From the outset, the team demonstrated unparalleled professionalism, meticulous attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to client confidentiality. Their expertise and strategic approach were evident at every stage, providing not only exceptional legal acumen but also invaluable support and reassurance during a challenging time.’

Key clients

  • BBC
  • Dale Vince OBE
  • Carol Vorderman
  • Jewish Chronicle
  • Good Law Project

Work highlights

  • Acting for Dale Vince in a claim against Associated Newspapers Limited regarding a Daily Mail article entitled ‘Labour repays £100,000 to ‘sex harassment’ donor’, accompanied by prominent captioned photographs of Mr Vince.
  • Advising and representing campaigning organisation Good Law Project and its founder Jolyon Maugham KC in relation to various matters concerning reputation management.
  • Acting for Dr Erica Smith in a successful appeal against the decision of the [former] Judge in Charge of the Media List to refuse to accept various undertakings to the Court given willingly by the defendant as part of a settlement.

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Iain Wilson

Other key lawyers

Max Campbell, Tom Double, Adham Harker