If a person is accused of defamation, he/she must contact and hire a lawyer. Such a lawyer will help in defending you in court. As defamation is also considered criminal wrong, a person who has been accused might also face the punishment of being sentenced to jail. Thus, it is good to have an experienced advocate who can defend you in court and help you from getting convicted. If you have been the victim of defamation, a lawyer can help in fighting a case for you to get the desired compensation for the loss to the reputation.