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Social Media Lawyers
We offer smart social media management and protection services to clients
at a cost effective rate.
Smart Social Media Solicitors
The growth of digital content and its consumption has created new opportunities, challenges and disputes. The law has had to evolve, in some aspects, to accommodate the changing nature of communication, content and partnerships that rise out of social media and other digital channels.
We recognise that the changing landscape of media and communication requires an expert legal purview, which we at Freeman Harris offer.
How can Freeman Harris help you with legal matters over social media and digital channels?
Our purpose is to assist you with social media matters where you need a legal expert to give you the assistance you require. We can assist you with the following areas of work:
- Influencer law and influencer agreements
- Defamation on social media
- Digital advertisement guidance and regulations
- Harassment on social media
- Licensing content
- Online terms and conditions
- Social media copyright issues
- Social media policy for employers
Our team has developed significant expertise in social media matters. We understand how to formalise relationships between influencers and brands, research matters to resolve in disputes, deal with copyright or policy matters and advise on social media usage.
Recent social media legal work
- Defended an individual with a complex social media harassment claim involving an HNI individual.
- Advised and drafted agreements for an emerging fashion brand and the influencers they used.
- Assisted a company in defending a claim for use of copyrighted social media content.
If you have a social media legal matter, please contact us, and we will outline the service we can offer, and the associated costs.
Social Media Law Contents
Social Media Law Team
Talha Fazlani
LawyerTalha has overlooked and advised on a number of social media matters from diusputes to advise on compliance with social media policies. He is an expert in social media matters.Ian Freeman
Managing DirectorIan has a great understanding of various laws affecting social media and can advise on complex matters.Lana James
ParalegalLana assists the team with information gathering, research and advice on social media matters.
Social Media Legal Fees
Service
Fees
VAT
Total
Review and Letter of Claim
From £1,600
£320
From £1,920
Social Media Advice
From £400
£80
From £480
Hourly Rate
From £300
£60
From £360
Common Social Media Law Questions
- How can Freeman Harris help with disputes involving influencers or brands on social media?
We assist businesses and individuals in resolving disputes with influencers or brands arising from social media collaborations. These disputes often involve issues such as breach of contract, non-payment, misuse of intellectual property, or failure to deliver agreed-upon services.
Our legal team provides expert advice, drafts contracts tailored to social media partnerships, and represents you in negotiations or formal legal proceedings. By addressing disputes promptly and effectively, we help protect your rights and maintain your brand’s reputation.
- Can Freeman Harris advise on the social media policies of platforms like Meta, X, and TikTok?
Yes, we offer guidance on navigating the policies of major social media platforms, including Meta, X (formerly Twitter), and TikTok. These platforms have complex and constantly evolving rules covering advertising, content usage, copyright, and contractual relationships.
We can help you understand these policies, ensuring that your commercial activities comply with the platform’s requirements and protect your intellectual property or brand identity. Our focus is on handling legal matters related to social media policies and commercial rules, rather than account bans or suspensions.
- Does Freeman Harris assist with commercial dealings on social media and policy-related advice?
Absolutely. Our legal services are designed to support businesses and individuals with commercial dealings on social media, such as drafting and reviewing contracts, negotiating terms, and advising on compliance with platform policies.
Whether you’re engaging in influencer partnerships, launching ad campaigns, or navigating intellectual property concerns, we provide expert guidance to help you operate confidently within the legal framework of social media. Please note, however, that we do not handle cases regarding account bans or suspensions. Our focus is on policy, compliance, and commercial dealings.
- Are there any laws about social media in the UK?
Are there any laws about social media in the UK?
Yes. Several laws apply to social media and online activity in the UK, including the Online Safety Act 2023, which is now in force. The Act places legal duties on regulated online services to protect users from illegal content and children from harmful content, with Ofcom responsible for regulating and enforcing the online safety regime.
The Act is being implemented in stages, so the specific duties that apply depend on the type of online service. Other laws, including those relating to defamation, copyright, harassment, privacy and advertising, may also apply to social media activity. Our social media lawyers can advise on disputes, online content and relevant regulatory requirements.
- Do you need a social media policy for employees?
With the growing use of social media in our daily lives, it would be useful to help define a social media policy so that your employees are aware of what is allowed and approved during working hours.
If there are issues as a result of social media usage, the policy can help define the problem and its remedy.
- How can you prove someone is harassing you online?
Social media harassment coming from unknown or anonymous accounts can be difficult to pin down, but there are available options, which we can inform you about.
If you are having such issues, please contact us and we will discuss the next steps.
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