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Herbert Smith Freehills

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Known for its ability to navigate high-profile deals, disputes and regulatory issues in the media space, the TMT team at Herbert Smith Freehills specialises in broadcasting rights, intellectual property issues and publishing agreements. Kristin Stammer oversees the work, managing content licensing, distribution and IP rights, both nationally and internationally, while Kwok Tang handles corporate media transactions; his expertise also extends to privacy and data security transactions. Both are based in Sydney.

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Key clients

  • Seven West Media
  • BMG Rights Management GmbH

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Work highlights

  • Acted for SWP, the company behind Sydney World Pride 2023, on with the full suite of its legal requirements relating to the event, including negotiating a broadcast rights agreement with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), and providing drafting support and advice in relation to SWP’s commercial contracts and procurement arrangements, including, sponsorship, artist performance, ticketing, merchandise, government funding, venue hire and other third-party service arrangements.
  • Advised Seven on strategic brand protection advice; prosecution and coordination of its worldwide trade mark portfolio; settlement and coexistence negotiations; and initiating and defending numerous trade mark opposition and non-use actions before Trade Marks Offices.

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