Farrer & Co‘s varied workload includes joint venture contracts, distribution agreements and international collaboration agreements. The team has extensive expertise in the media and arts sector – a key area of strength for David Copping – and counts major newspapers and arts institutions among its clients. In addition, the firm advises on contracts in the education and technology spheres. Paul Jones, who is highlighted as ’an excellent drafter‘, heads up the team, and is skilled in assisting with key logistics contracts, as well as supply, agency, distribution and services agreements.
Testimonials
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- ‘Very strong team, many of whom have been at the firm for a number of years. Excellent personal touch, which clients appreciate very much.’
‘Paul Jones is an excellent drafter and clients have considerable trust in him. Diligent and very well organised. He is also a good team player and nurtures his junior colleagues well.'
'David Copping is energetic and very well versed in the media and arts space.'
'Very helpful, practical support, provided in plain English and with a good understanding of our organisation.'
'The team always responds in a timely manner and provides advice that is entirely as requested, commercial and pragmatic.'
'Farrers is an exceptional law firm that provides excellent support to clients. The individuals we work with are highly responsive and anticipate our needs.'
'The team has strong commercial contract awareness.'
'Dedicated, resourceful and committed to getting the desired result for the client. Special mention to Paul Jones.'
Key clients
- The Telegraph
- Boxt Ltd
- National Portrait Gallery
- Shrewsbury School
- British Library
Work highlights
- Advising Telegraph Media Group on its primary (wholesale) and secondary (retail) distribution agreements.
- Advising The Telegraph on its new 10-year partnership contract with Copenhagen-based Better Collective.
- Advising the National Portrait Gallery on its joint acquisition with the Getty Museum in Los Angeles, California, of Joshua Reynolds’ Portrait of Mai, following an export stop on the picture imposed by DCMS.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Paul Jones