Solicitor - Defamation​/Harassment

We are an award winning, progressive and well-established law firm with offices across East Lancashire, the Northwest and London. We provide a full range of legal services to both individuals and businesses, with a reputation built on delivering expert advice, practical solutions, and outstanding client care. Our Litigation dispute resolution team has a strong track record in handling high-profile and sensitive cases across defamation, privacy, media law, and reputation protection offering strategic and pragmatic legal solutions.

We are seeking an experienced Defamation/Harassment Solicitor to join our growing team. You will advise and represent clients in harassment, stalking, defamation, libel, slander, privacy, and reputation management matters, often involving high-profile individuals and complex legal issues. The role will involve both claimant and defendant work.

• Advising clients on all aspects of harassment, stalking, defamation law, reputation management, and media disputes.
• Managing cases from initial instruction through to settlement or trial.
• Drafting pre-publication advice, letters of claim, defences, and other key legal documents.
• Handling urgent injunction applications and crisis-management issues.
• Liaising with clients, barristers, and other stakeholders.
• Keeping up to date with legal developments in defamation, privacy, and related areas.

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales (2+ PQE preferred, but all levels considered).

• Strong knowledge of harassment, defamation, libel, slander, and privacy law.
• Experience handling reputation management and media-related disputes.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• A strong client-focused approach, with the ability to handle sensitive matters discreetly.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.

• Opportunity to work on high-profile and precedent-setting cases.
• Supportive team culture with opportunities for professional development.
• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter to