Firm launch on - line defamation screening service.

National law firm Russell Jones & Walker has launched a bespoke on-line defamation screening service under the name LibelXpress.The firm is planning a series of similar initiatives in other practice areas as part of its e-commerce strategy.LibelXpress is a dedicated Web site containing a defamation questionnaire where a potential claimant is able to complete the details of their case on-line.The firms defamation unit pledges to contact the client within two days to discuss their options.The initial service is free.

If a valid claim is identified, Russell Jones & Walker offers a tailored conditional fee product to fund the case.The site contains a Do I Have a Case? section for the potential claimant to assess the strength of their case prior to completing the questionnaire.A pre-publication advice service is also offered to publishers on-line.Defamation partner Sarah Webb said: We believe this initiative is the most cost-effective means by which to deliver defamation advice.LibelXpress can be accessed via the firms Web site at rjw.co.ukends - Neil Rose