JMW Solicitors LLP’s media and entertainment team handles a broad range of work, including defamation issues, pre-publication advice, misuse of private information matters, and reputation management work. The ‘exceptional’ Rebecca Young leads the team, advising high-profile individuals, businesses, and public figures on reputational threats which often involve urgent media responses following incidents. Katherine Mills also advises on defamation, harassment, and privacy issues. George Leeming supports the practice, specialising in securing the removal of defamatory or privacy-infringing online content and advising on defamation and harassment claims.
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'The team were very good. They were organised, sent me documents with plenty of time to review and were quick to respond.’
‘Rebecca Young is very good. She has brilliant client management skills. She was reassuring and confident to the clients and very thorough. The advice that she gave was also very good, the quality and standard of her work is very high.’
‘Good lawyers at every level. Good knowledge of the practice area. Tenacious in the pursuit of their clients’ interests. Pleasant to deal with.’
‘The partner we dealt with was always responsive, informative, clear with information and had extensive knowledge and expertise in the subject matter we were addressing.’
- 'The team is known for not only reacting to legal challenges but also for anticipating and mitigating risks before they arise, providing strategic advice that helps clients avoid costly mistakes.’
‘JMW provided exceptional support on both a complex defamation case and several motoring matters. Their strategic thinking, responsiveness, and ability to navigate legal and reputational risks with precision set them apart. They were proactive, commercially aware, and always available, making a real difference in both cases.'
- 'What stood out was their hands-on approach and client care, ensuring clear, practical advice at every stage. Compared to other firms, JMW’s dedication, expertise, and commitment to results were truly outstanding.’
‘Rebecca Young was exceptional in handling the defamation and reputation case—her proactive approach, sharp legal insight, and dedication made a significant impact. She was always one step ahead, ensuring that every aspect of the case was managed with precision and care.'
'The team is small but highly efficient and works collaboratively with the other teams at JMW, such as the crime team, in ensuring that all legal avenues are properly considered and covered.'
'Rebecca Young is superb. She is very client focused and uses her astute legal skills to ensure that they obtain the best legal advice and understand the benefits and the risks involved. She is an excellent team player. Her attention to detail is superb.'
Key clients
- Crowd Network Limited
- British Parking Association
- British Medical Association
- SJM Concerts
Work highlights
Advising Crowd Network Limited on its commercial agreements and protection of its intellectual property rights.
Advising the British Parking Association on media-related enquiries, including portrayal in media coverage.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Rebecca Young
Other key lawyers
Katherine Mills; George Leeming; James Harvey