Legal services to high profile individuals

Blackmail

Allegations of blackmail, extortion or sextortion can lead to a great deal of alarm and distress. Should you find yourself the victim of these crimes or are accused of making threatening communications towards someone, you should seek legal advice at the earliest opportunity.

Harassment

We assist high profile individuals, and their families and businesses, when faced with harassing behaviour. Such behaviour can take place in person, online, via communication platforms and social media, or even at people’s places of work. We act quickly to assess the threat and develop strategies to best address and stop harassing behaviour.

Honours revocation

The award of an honour is a significant recognition of outstanding achievements and a high point in a person’s life.  However, if the recipient’s actions (either before or after receiving an honour) are considered to have brought the honours system into disrepute then the honour may be withdrawn.  When this is being considered, a recipient may be afforded an opportunity to make written representations.

The Forfeiture Committee has become increasingly active.  Since 2023, there have been 42 honours withdrawn with 20 of those taking place since August 2025.  If you are notified that the Forfeiture Committee is considering a recommendation of withdrawal then it is important to take specialist advice at an early stage.

Misconduct in public office

Allegations of Misconduct in Public Office represent one of the most serious threats a public servant can face. With a maximum sentence of life imprisonment and the potential to destroy professional careers and personal relationships, these investigations demand exceptional legal expertise from the outset.

Online threats

In an era when damaging content can spread globally within minutes, particularly with the widespread use of AI tools and AI generated content, swift and decisive legal action has never been more critical. Our specialist lawyers are experienced in tackling the full spectrum of online threats facing high profile individuals – from the unlawful publication of private information and intimate images to coordinated social media harassment, doxxing and malicious online campaigns.

We can act quickly to secure emergency injunctions, pursue the removal of harmful content and hold perpetrators accountable, while working discreetly to shield your reputation from further damage.

Personal and professional disputes

We work for a range of prominent individuals and organisations who are involved in reputational, civil or contractual disputes. They are often keen to preserve a commercial or personal relationship and/or avoid the adverse publicity that may accompany a dispute. We’ll provide clear, pragmatic advice to resolve the issues, while our reputation management team can help to ensure that private matters are kept just that.

Police investigations

If you have been contacted by Police, asked to attend a Police interview, questioned or arrested, this can be a stressful and worrying experience and it is essential that you are aware of your rights. If you get the right legal advice at the earliest possible stage, you will be better able to make informed decisions and it will make a significant difference, both to the outcome of the criminal matter and to the protection of your reputation.

Reputation and defamation

When threats are made against your personal reputation or that of your business, it is imperative to obtain advice at the earliest opportunity to avoid lasting damage.

Our team of leading reputation management lawyers has extensive experience in dealing with a vast range of reputational matters. Whether it is the first approach by a reporter , or a threat to disclose confidential and sensitive personal or business information, we will help protect you from the publication and spread of harmful allegations.

Social media audits

The wealth of online information available, whether it is private information or forms part of your social media or business profile, can impact many areas of your life. Our lawyers are experts at identifying and dealing with the numerous issues that can arise. Prevention is always better than cure and we will help you to proactively manage your privacy and reputation from the outset.