Russells Solicitors

Overview

Established over 50 years ago, Russells is a leading specialist entertainment and media law firm based in London's West End. Widely recognised as the market leader in music, the firm also advises across digital and technology, sport, theatre, television, film and book publishing.

Russells has grown organically alongside its client base and today comprises 19 partners, 4 senior associates, 20 solicitors, 4 consultants, 5 trainees and 4 paralegals. The firm is known for its extensive industry knowledge and experience, pragmatic commercial advice and the longevity of its client relationships.

Work & experience

Russells advises on the full range of legal and commercial matters affecting its clients, including commercial agreements, corporate transactions, catalogue acquisitions and sales, litigation, digital and technology, employment and private client matters.

Its lawyers act for leading artists, songwriters, producers and other talent as well as record companies, publishers, management companies, technology businesses and other industry organisations across the media and entertainment sectors.

The firm's lawyers have been involved in many significant transactions and disputes within the entertainment industry, combining deep sector knowledge with a practical and commercial approach. Many clients have worked with Russells from the early stages of their careers through to international success, reflecting the long-standing relationships for which the firm is known.