Prince William Hires His Mother Princess Diana’s Lawyers, Editor Richard Eden Reports — Details
In a striking move that has drawn comparisons to his late mother, Prince William has reportedly hired the same legal team that once represented Princess Diana during some of the most turbulent chapters of her life. The news, first reported by Daily Mail editor Richard Eden, is fueling speculation about the seriousness of William’s ongoing legal and media battles behind the scenes.
The law firm in question is Harbottle & Lewis, a high-profile legal team known for handling sensitive royal matters, media disputes, and high-stakes privacy cases. The firm previously acted for Princess Diana in the 1990s during her separation from Prince Charles, offering counsel as she navigated a storm of press attention and institutional pressure.
Now, decades later, her eldest son has turned to the same trusted advisors.
While Kensington Palace has not officially confirmed the hiring, multiple sources suggest William brought them on as he prepares to take a more assertive stance in managing legal threats, particularly related to privacy and media intrusion. The timing comes amid increased public scrutiny of the royal family, mounting legal actions involving Prince Harry, and ongoing tensions with the press.
Royal insiders believe this legal shift signals William’s desire to protect both his immediate family and the institution he’s preparing to lead. “It’s no coincidence,” one source told Eden. “William is drawing a line. He’s watched what happened to his mother, and he’s not going to let history repeat itself.”
The reference to Princess Diana is particularly poignant. She was known for her battles with the press and her efforts to maintain control over her public image during and after her divorce from King Charles III (then Prince of Wales). Her legal team played a key role in negotiating terms of the separation and managing the relentless tabloid coverage that followed her every move.
William’s choice to now work with those same lawyers is seen by many as a symbolic and strategic decision—an acknowledgment of his mother’s legacy and a clear message that he’s willing to fight to protect his own wife and children from similar treatment.
The move also comes at a time when Prince William is said to be re-evaluating the royal family’s media strategy. While traditionally the royals have maintained a “never complain, never explain” approach, William’s decision to take legal steps mirrors Harry and Meghan’s more aggressive tactics—but with a quieter, more controlled style.
Some royal watchers suggest the Duke of Cambridge is preparing for future challenges, not just as a public figure, but as the eventual King. “This is about building the legal armor he needs,” says a royal correspondent. “He’s watched others get burned, and he’s not going to wait for it to happen to him.”
Whether this decision leads to any public legal battles remains to be seen. For now, it’s a notable shift for a man who has spent most of his adult life avoiding drama. But if there’s one thing this move makes clear, it’s that Prince William is ready to protect his family—and he’s not afraid to follow in his mother’s footsteps to do it.
