Bird & Bird LLP
Client SatisfactionBird & Bird LLP has a versatile media and entertainment practice that assists clients from across all media subsegments - including digital services, music, film, TV and sports. In the media financing space, the team stands out for its experience in global sports rights deals with major sporting associations and clubs. The group has also been actively advising clients on financial services regulations within the advertising sector. Simon Fielder heads up the media corporate team and specialises in equity financing and M&A transactions in this sector. With a strong presence in the media, entertainment and sports segments, Claire Barker handles media finance matters for lenders and borrowers, specialising in sports deals. Joss Hargrave focuses on international financing transactions, often assisting lenders and borrowers on acquisitions and football finance.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Simon Fielder is excellent. His knowledge and understanding of the process is second to none and his pragmatic approach to it all is refreshing and kept momentum throughout the transaction. Fast, efficient responses and gives you the utmost confidence you are being well looked after.’
‘The team consistently provides practical, commercial advice.’
Key clients
- TikTok
- TuneIn
- Warner Bros. Discovery
- DAZN
- IOC
- UK Radioplayer
- Daily Mail
- Royal Opera House
- Radiant
- Aser Media
Work highlights
- Acting for Macquarie Bank Limited London Branch in relation to multiple media financings to Premier League clubs, including Burnley and Sheffield United (England).
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Simon Fielder