The Sydney-based team of ‘trusted advisors’ at Simpsons Solicitors provides its publishing, media, and entertainment sector clients with advice on a broad range of IP issues, including copyright licensing regimes, trade mark prosecutions, and acquisitions. Adam Simpson, Jules Munro, and Mark Bamford jointly steer the team, advising on trade mark clearances and copyright ownership matters. Sebastian Tonkin is also recommended for assisting with music rights related issues.
Testimonials
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‘Having engaged their services for more than a decade, I can confidently attest to Simpsons Solicitors' profound and unparalleled understanding of the publishing industry. Their expertise in pivotal facets of our business, their exceptional legal proficiency, and their astute commercial insight are indeed unmatched.’
‘I regularly communicate with Adam Simpson and have always appreciated his expertise, communication skills, and approach. He is adept at explaining complex concepts in a clear and understandable manner, demonstrating his depth of knowledge without resorting to legal jargon.'
Key clients
- Netflix
- National Gallery of Australia
Work highlights
- Representing Netflix Inc., in Copyright Tribunal proceedings in relation to the licence scheme for the use of music in streaming services operating in Australia.
- Representing Riot Games in relation to the company’s trade mark prosecution, dispute and commercial work in Australia.