
Hamlins LLP is highly regarded for its strength in representing high-profile individuals in defamation and privacy litigation. Described by clients as ‘a great strategist and fantastic with clients’, practice head Ellen Gallagher is a skilled litigator with extensive experience in cases involving privacy, misuse of private information, and defamation. Christopher Hutchings is an experienced litigator with particular expertise in overseeing false and defamatory allegation matters. Other key practitioners include Natalie Powers, who advises on both pre- and post-publication matters, and Daniel Shaw, who is recognised for his work on social media-related disputes.
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Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Ellen Gallagher
Other key lawyers
Christopher Hutchings; Natalie Powers; Daniel Shaw

