Henry Priestley > Russells Solicitors > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Russells Solicitors
YALDING HOUSE
152-156 GREAT PORTLAND STREET
LONDON
W1W 5QA
England
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Work Department

Litigation

Position

Partner

Career

Henry is a partner in our disputes team.

He has over 15 years of litigation and dispute management experience and was formerly a partner in one of the City’s top litigation firms.

Henry has acted, and acts for, record labels and music publishers, FTSE 100 listed companies, high net worth individuals and family offices, film production companies, media agencies, brand owners and talent (amongst others).  He has also been seconded to a listed retailer and brand licensing business.

He has experience of advising on disputes relating to breach of contract, unfair prejudice, breach of confidence, intellectual property infringement, reputation management and sports regulation (amongst others).

Lawyer Rankings

London > TMT (technology, media and telecoms) > Media: Digital content & social

Best known for its expertise in the music industry, Russells Solicitors is home to a digital and technology practice that attracts frequent instructions from rights holders, emerging digital platforms and individual talent. The team is led by Alex Cole, who advises start-ups and individuals on AI, digital rights licensing, web3 and other key digital issues. Henry Priestley is active in disputes involving digital issues. This is also a key area of expertise for Alice Rudge, whose performance in AI and digital royalties-related claims is noteworthy.