Urgent Injunctions | Civil Harassment Solicitors

Harassment can take many forms. When boundaries are crossed and behaviour becomes distressing or oppressive, swift legal action may be necessary.

Our firm is recognised regionally as one of the North’s leading specialist firms in harassment and injunction work, led by Solicitor and Partner, Wakash Waheed.  Our reputation is built on securing successful outcomes in this niche area, strategic handling of urgent matters and attentive client service. We are frequently able to act at short notice, ensuring that situations requiring immediate intervention receive decisive action.

First Steps, Cease and Desist Notice

In many cases, our initial recommendation is to issue a Cease and Desist Notice. This is a formally drafted letter from the firm, clearly outlining your case and requiring the recipient to cease the behaviour.

Where the conduct is severe, escalating or urgent, we may advise proceeding straight to an interim injunction application, allowing you to obtain legal protection as quickly as possible.

We are usually able to prepare and send a Cease and Desist Notice within 48 hours, and often on the same day, where circumstances require it. The fee for preparing a Cease and Desist Notice typically begins at £1,500 plus VAT. If you wish to proceed with this as your first step, please contact us on 0113 216 5507 and ask to speak with one of our solicitors in the civil harassment team for a further discussion. You may also contact us via our dedicated WhatsApp Enquiry Service.

What is an injunction?

An injunction is a civil court order that prohibits a person from engaging in certain conduct and/or requires them to take specific action.

In harassment cases, this usually involves the court ordering the individual to stop their behaviour immediately.

Breaching an injunction is extremely serious. It can amount to contempt of court, which may result in imprisonment, a fine or the seizure of assets for the offender.

There are two main types of injunctions:

• Interim injunctions – granted at the early stage of a claim and lasting until trial or further court order.
• Final injunctions – granted at the conclusion of a successful claim and may be permanent or time-limited.

We can discuss your options and will advise the best route available to you.

How can I apply for an Injunction?

The courts do not grant injunctions lightly. You must be able to show a genuine and pressing need for protection.

Harassment must be demonstrated as having occurred on two or more occasions, and the conduct being complained of must be shown to be oppressive, unacceptable and capable of causing distress.

Not all unpleasant conduct meets the legal threshold, which is why evidential preparation is essential.

Evidence that you should collate may include documentary material (messages, emails, call logs, photographs, social media posts) or witness statements. We will advise you on precisely what is required and prepare all necessary documents on your behalf.

Urgent Injunction applications can also be made depending on the circumstances. You should contact us to discuss this further.

What is the cost of seeking an interim injunction?

An interim injunction is an order granted during the early stages of a case. These are usually obtained on an urgent basis. The cost of an interim injunction will depend on the factual and legal complexity of your case, the extent of your supporting evidence, the level of preparation required, and the seniority of counsel instructed. As a general indication, fees typically range between £5,000 and £15,000 up to the first hearing. To obtain a definitive estimate, you should contact us to discuss further.

It is important to understand that an interim injunction is only the first stage of the overall proceedings if you decide to make such an application. After the order is granted, the claim will usually continue towards a final hearing, particularly if the Defendant disputes the allegations or the need for ongoing protection. In contested cases, the matter may progress to a full trial, during which both sides present evidence, and the court determines whether a final injunction should be made and on what terms.

As a result, interim injunctions are not a standalone remedy, and the total cost of the litigation can be significantly higher. If the case becomes contested or proceeds to a final hearing or trial, you should expect additional legal fees to cover the continued preparation, evidence, representation and counsel’s involvement.

How can we help?

Injunction work is a specialist discipline requiring expertise, urgency and a detailed understanding of the law. As the North’s leading firm specialising in harassment and injunction matters, our solicitors are highly experienced in preparing urgent applications. These cases demand carefully assembled evidence, robust legal argument and precisely drafted court pleadings often within extremely tight timescales.

Who do I contact?

We routinely have specialist solicitors available at short notice to advise on prospective harassment injunction applications or a cease and desist notice. If you require urgent assistance and are in a position to instruct the firm, please contact us using one of the methods below or fill out the contact form on this page.