The IP and media group at GSC Solicitors LLP focuses on assisting copyright collecting societies with contentious and non-contentious mandates. Copyright infringement cases, issues concerning copyright law reform and international collections, as well as licensing matters are key areas of activity for the team, which is also noted for its public performance enforcement work. The practice is jointly led by Justin Goldspink and Clive Halperin; Goldspink acts as a key adviser to Phonographic Performance Limited (PPL), assisting it with a number of copyright cases, while Halperin is knowledgeable of technology and AI matters, and is often seen handling cross-border transactions. Ross Waldram handles day-to-day matters for PPL PRS.
Testimonials
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‘Justin Goldspink probably has the deepest technical knowledge of media and entertainment law, particularly copyright, of anyone I have ever worked with. He is an incredibly intelligent and diligent lawyer. His advice and guidance are trusted by some of the largest organisations in the music industry. Ross Waldram grows in authority and knowledge every year.’
‘Justin and Ross have true sector expertise. Great team players - user-friendly and loved by clients.’
Key clients
- Phonographic Performance Limited (PPL)
- PPL PRS Limited
Work highlights
- Representing Phonographic Performance Limited (PPL) before the Copyright Tribunal in respect of the tariff for the use of PPL’s sound recordings at events.
- Assisting PPL PRS Limited with the enforcement of the rights of PPL and PRS in sound recordings and musical works.