"I am a passionate proponent of free speech and particularly the importance of plurality of speech."

"Media disputes are fascinating - seeking to reconcile reputation and privacy on the one hand with freedom of expression on the other is challenging and always throws up highly engaging issues. I am a passionate proponent of free speech and particularly the importance of plurality of speech.

I genuinely care about my clients and the challenges they face. I always aim to put clients at ease and make the process of seeking legal assistance as painless as possible." 

Samantha’s recent work highlights:

Representing Associated Newspapers Limited in proceedings against the UK Government before the European Court of Human Rights.

Acting for Associated Newspapers Limited in Harcombe and Kendrick v Associated Newspapers Limited, which was a very significant decision of recent years concerning the standards expected of the media and journalists when seeking to rely on public interest as a defence to libel action.

Acting on Bloomberg LP v ZXC, a seminal UK Supreme Court privacy case.