K&L Gates LLP
K&L Gates LLP's TMT practice focuses on copyright and licensing matters and advises platforms, broadcasting companies as well as collecting societies in the music, film and television industries. A key strength is the copyright advice in connection with large digital projects and contract negotiations, whereas the team also acts in large disputes and landmark proceedings. The art segment is another core focus, where Friederike Gräfin von Brühl is regularly in the lead; in early 2023, she replaced former practice head Martin von Albrecht (licensing of music rights), who became self-employed. Von Brühl is also active in dispute proceedings and supports blockchain and NFT-related projects. Counsel Olaf Fiss is a key contact for contract negotiations.
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- 'Olaf Fiss is appreciative, always works in a solution-oriented and practical manner.'
Key clients
- Corint Media GmbH
- Nachlass von Martin Kippenberger
- JOYN GmbH
- Jeppe Hein GmbH
- Klassik Radio AG
- RTL Interactive GmbH
- Seven.One Entertainment Group GmbH
- Silverline Television AG
- VAUNET e.V.
- exocad GmbH
Work highlights
- Copyright advice to RTL Interactive GmbH on the use of music online, in particular on the licensing of the new RTL+ broadcasting platform (formerly TV NOW) with GEMA.
- Representation of the defendant Corint Media before the European Court of Justice in fundamental proceedings regarding the broadcaster's participation in the empty media levy.
- Accompanying the estate of the artist Martin Kippenberger in a legal dispute before the Munich Regional Court with the poster painter Götz Valien, who is seeking recognition as co-author for his contribution to the painting 'Paris Bar'.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Friedrike Gräfin von Brühl