Online Content Removal Lawyers
Online Content Removal Solicitors
Defamation • Harassment • False Reviews • Privacy Breaches
Discreet, proportionate strategies • Platform-savvy takedowns • SRA-regulated
Expert Online Content Removal — Fast, Discreet, Effective
Welcome to PAIL® Solicitors. From the moment you engage us, you gain decades of industry-informed insight and commercial awareness — applied with disciplined precision to deliver urgent, discreet takedowns of harmful online content.
Online content removal is often a complex and time-consuming process. Our role is straightforward: we focus on removing damaging content. Once you have tried the platform’s own reporting tools, please bring us your evidence, such as screenshots and links. We then assess whether the material is clearly defamatory, harassing, or unlawfully intrusive, and determine if legal action is justified. From there, we handle the complexities on your behalf.
It’s important to be realistic about costs and expectations. Attempting to remove harmful content on a shoestring budget is like trying to empty the ocean with a bucket. Promises of comprehensive, competent legal action across multiple jurisdictions at a fraction of typical legal costs are rarely achievable. If those responsible for the content are anonymous or if there are jurisdictional challenges, the process becomes even more resource-intensive, requiring significant expertise, time, and effort.
Before pursuing legal action, we strongly recommend seeking an initial assessment to gauge your chances of success. The cost of this professional opinion may save you considerable expenses in the long run.
DELETE THIS, MANAGE THAT! – How Do We PROTECT YOUR DIGITAL FOOTPRINT?
We get malicious or defamatory content taken down — on social media, websites, forums, search engines
We tackle fake reviews, harassment, deepfakes, reposts, and privacy violations
You get one point of contact; we manage all communication, including with platforms, posters, or legal steps
Fixed Fees & Next Steps: So you know the cost upfront, we agree on a clear fixed fee and an immediate action plan for removal from a single website as follows:
removing articles from social media online
stopping cyberbullying and online harassment Including taking down fake social media profiles (including Linkedin, and web domains)
removal of photos copied without permission and published
Deletion of URLs
removal of false damaging reviews
Our Legal Takedown Process
Assessment
We review your evidence (screenshots, links, etc.) and confirm if the content is defamatory, harassing, or unlawfully intrusive.
Strategy
We advise you on the best legal route — from urgent injunctions to defamation or harassment claims.
Action
We issue proceedings and take decisive legal steps to secure removal of the harmful content.
Fees & Timescales
We charge a fixed fee to start the removal process. In most cases, this achieves removal with no further costs.
If the court rejects an initial application or the case becomes more complex, additional fees may apply. These are always agreed with you in advance — no surprises.
Most removals take 3–6 months, though matters involving extended court proceedings can take longer.
Urgent option: In some cases, we can take immediate legal steps. This depends on the evidence and court availability. We will advise you straight away if urgent action is realistic.
Important Notice on Eligibility for Our Services
At PAIL® Solicitors, our content removal services are tailored for clients who have already exhausted platform-level reporting procedures—such as community guidelines or moderation systems on social media, forums, or search engines. We are a law firm, and our involvement typically begins once legal proceedings or formal dispute resolution are required.
Our services are structured for complex or high-value matters, and fees for contentious disputes begin at £500 + VAT (£600 total) for a preliminary legal consultation. We do not offer instalment payment options or free advice, and therefore may not be the right fit for individuals seeking general support or assistance navigating internal platform complaints processes.
If your matter has not yet been escalated through the appropriate community or platform channels, or if budget constraints are a concern, we respectfully suggest seeking alternative resources or legal clinics that may be better suited to your circumstances.
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Request a confidential review of damaging content today.
Request a Fixed-Fee ConsultationCommon Questions and Answers
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PAIL® Solicitors specialises in removing online libelous content, malicious falsehoods, and unlawful materials from various platforms, including social media. We address issues like cyberbullying, fake profiles, unwanted photos, and false damaging reviews.
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We only take on cases that fulfil specific criteria, including the requirement that statements are false or partly false, the presence of clear stated objectives, availability of evidence, and the importance of the case to the client. If you cannot meet at least one of these criteria, we do not recommend proceeding.
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Our process entails issuing take-down notices to relevant websites and service providers, as well as to the individuals responsible for the content. We manage all necessary correspondence and can represent you through any required court proceedings.
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Our fees are calculated based on the number of websites containing unwanted content, the number of URLs involved, and the number of individuals related to the case. We provide a fixed fee quotation for removal from a single website, but we may add additional fees depending on the complexity of the case. Please see the notice above regarding eligibility for our service.
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The typical timeframe for content removal is between three to six months. However, the process may take longer if there are court disputes or complications.
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While our methods are generally effective, we cannot guarantee complete success in every case. There is a possibility that some parties may not follow through with the removal, or may even repost content after it has been removed. If our initial actions resolve the issue, no further fees will be incurred after the first payment.
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Once you enter into an agreement for our services, you cannot unilaterally terminate the process. It is crucial to thoroughly understand the potential outcomes and the commitment involved before deciding to proceed with us. We encourage discussing any concerns upfront to ensure clarity on your case.
Which Online Content Can We Help You Remove?
1. Private Personal Data (Identity Theft, Misuse)
Google protects personal data including signatures, bank account details and credit card info. We can remove content that causes distress or harassment by misusing private information.
2. Information Under the Right to Erasure (GDPR)
Under Article 17 GDPR, individuals can request erasure when consent is withdrawn, the original purpose has lapsed, or data relates to a child. However, limits exist if information is of public interest.
3. Sexually Explicit Information
We assist with removing non-consensual or harmful sexual content, including revenge porn, explicit images involving minors, or mistakenly published private content.
Helpful Online Content Removal Resources
1. Google Support Policies
Personal Content and Product Policies and Removal Requirements.
2. Remove YouTube Copyright Content (DMCA)
Understanding the DMCA is crucial if your content is infringed. File a DMCA notice with the hosting provider.
3. Online Platform Policies
Facebook, Google, Twitter and other platforms have processes for reporting and removing infringing content.
4. Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Know your GDPR rights, including rights to erasure, privacy, and online data protection.
5. Defamation Considerations
Defamatory content may require legal strategies alongside platform removal.
6. International Website Takedown
We help with global removal strategies where harmful content crosses jurisdictions.
Let’s Get Started!
Protect your reputation today. Our solicitors can begin removal action within 24 hours.
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Meet The Team: Peter Adediran; Maya El Husseini; Gabrielle Felix; Poppy Harston
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Client Success Stories
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Excellent service provided from Peter Adediran (PAIL Solicitors) very honest, professional and strategic. We are primarily based in the US in property, mining and investments and Peter does an amazing job for us in advising on dispute resolution, global blockchain sanction compliance, business and asset acquisitions and IP protection. What is most impressive about Peter is his breadth of knowledge across several different industries and how he always thinks in terms of strategy which also impacts our bottom line in terms of monetisation. Always excellent communication via email, phone and text at any time, any day, and weekends, I always receive a quick response. I would highly recommend.
I had a very positive experience with Peter. He is very knowledgeable, responsive, and was able to complete the complex work needed to a very tight deadline! I will definitely come back to him in the future should I need any further legal support or advice.
We rely on Mr Peter Adediran of PAIL Solicitors to protect our online business reputation including for intellectual property legal advice and all business matters regarding the Internet. We continue to be thoroughly impressed not just by his legal knowledge and expertise in his practice areas but also by his dedication to providing impeccable service. His expertise is broad including intellectual property as well as all aspects of media and communication which suit our business needs. He is attentive and knowledgeable and always seeks to ensure our satisfaction. We can’t recommend PAIL Solicitors enough for a satisfactory experience for commercial legal services.
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