Level‘s presence in the music sector has recently been boosted with the additions of experienced litigator John Reid and digital and social media expert Mark Ashelford, both of whom joined from Russells Solicitors. Raffaella De Santis specialises in digital music in the growing spheres of artificial intelligence (AI) and the metaverse; she handles recording, publishing, management, live performance and touring agreements, as well as digital licensing, podcasts and live streaming matters. The commercially focused Halina Wielogorska advises leading artists and entrepreneurs on all aspects of their prospective careers.
Testimonials
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‘Raffaella de Santis is conscientious, pragmatic, and is able to turn agreements around to tight deadlines. It makes a big difference knowing that she understands the commercial realities of certain situations and can give focused and practical advice.’
‘The team is exceptionally able, willing and personable when it comes to all aspects of their practice. They operate well as a team and are always available to offer valuable insight and perspectives when it comes to new areas of law.'
'As a team I cannot rate them highly enough.’
'I cannot praise Halina Wielogorska highly enough for her professionalism and willingness to tackle the new legal challenges created by emerging technologies. She oprates in an enthusiastic, proactive and innovative manner, drawing on years of experience working in more the more traditional music and entertainment space.'
Key clients
- Morrissey
- Dylan Mills (Dizzee Rascal)
- YourWorld Holdings
- Wolverhampton Wanderers
- Arcadia
- SiFi Productions
- Warner Music Entertainment
- Never Never Productions
Work highlights
- Advised Morrissey on a new studio record and catalogue exploitation contract with Capitol Records in the US.
- Advised Warner Music Entertainment on the production and distribution agreements for the 'Liam Gallagher: Knebworth 22' documentary.
- Represented Dizzee Rascal on a number of commercial transactions and the renegotiation of his existing exclusive song writing agreement with Notting Hill Music.