Joseph is a dispute resolution solicitor with expertise in several specialist practice areas, including media law and professional negligence. He previously worked at Schillings International LLP, where he specialised in defamation, privacy, data protection, and reputation management.
A skilled troubleshooter and problem-solver, Joseph provides robust advice to his clients when disputes arise. He champions Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), including mediation, to resolve matters efficiently and cost-effectively. However, as an expert litigator with trial experience in complex, high-profile cases, Joseph is equally adept at navigating court proceedings when necessary.
Joseph draws on his extensive experience representing a range of prominent, successful, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNW) and global businesses to deliver exceptional value.
Joseph specialises in reputation protection and high-stakes litigation, with expertise in the following areas:
Reputation, Privacy and Risk :
- Defamation – Strategic advice and legal support before and after publication. From media engagement to litigation, I act swiftly to protect reputations.
- Online Content Removal – Rapid removal of false or defamatory content, including social media posts, online articles, and negative reviews that cause reputational harm.
- Privacy – I specialise in misuse of private information claims, ensuring your personal and confidential matters stay protected. I prepare and advise on confidentiality agreements between individuals and companies to protect private and confidential information.
- Blackmail, Harassment & Smear Campaigns – Immediate, discreet action to stop threats, harassment, and malicious online campaigns. Whether you’re facing coercion, reputational sabotage, or targeted abuse, I act fast to protect your position.
- Data & Digital Rights – Removal of inaccurate and outdated data from corporate records, online platforms and search engines. I handle Right to be Forgotten requests to improve your digital footprint.
- Online Risk and Resilience – I team up with top-tier Communications, Intelligence, and Digital experts to audit your online presence, pinpoint vulnerabilities, and deliver clear, actionable strategies to clean up and strengthen your digital footprint
Professional Negligence
- Representing doctors in complex, high-value, and often high-profile negligence claims.
- Acting for or against expert witnesses in professional negligence claims or applications involving Third Party Wasted Costs Orders.
Relevant experience:
Whilst most of Joseph’s cases are private for reasons of client confidentiality, a selection of reported cases which are in the public domain include:
Joseph was part of the team that represented The Duke of Sussex (Prince Harry) in his judicial review against the Home Office, as a result of RAVEC’s decision to withdraw security for The Duke when he stepped down as a working member of The Royal Family.
Robinson v Mercier [2023] EWHC 21 (KB)
Joseph successfully overturned a third party wasted costs order against a medico-legal expert exceeding £50,000 due to expert evidence he gave at trial.
Shaw v Maguire [2023] EWHC 2155 (KB)
Joseph represented the Defendant, a medical pathologist, in arguing that the claim was brought out of time.
Waterfield & 26 others v Dentality & others 8 WLUK 90
Joseph successfully represented a dentist and dental practice in a case brought by 27 claimants (with the potential for over 500 claimants to have joined the action) in which professional negligence was alleged against a hygienist. Joseph successfully resisted the claimants’ application for a Group Litigation Order (GLO) and the claim discontinued.
Hall v Thomas, Hardwick and Everton Football Club [2014] EWHC 1625 (QB)
Joseph was part of the team that represented the club doctor in a claim brought by a footballer who alleged the loss of chance of a professional football career.
Joseph represented a world-renowned Consultant Surgeon in a negligence claim brought by an ex-premier league and international footballer. A negotiated settlement was reached for less than 1/3 of the damages sought.
Joseph has represented two Consultant Psychiatrists in separate negligence claims brought against them, with both claims valued in excess of £20 million.
