Lewis Silkin handles both theatre and publishing matters across a number of sub-sectors, from live music and theatre, to print, digital, broadcast and social media. On the publishing front, the firm handles a mix of commercial, IP, data protection and defamation matters, while on the performing arts side, its advice centres on live events, such as fashion shows and festivals, and related contractual mandates, including agreements with talent and sponsors, and disputes. IP expert Jeremy Summers handles both contentious and non-contentious matters concerning productions and major live events, while deputy head of the media and entertainment practice Alan Hunt specialises in commercial and IP matters for the entertainment, fashion and media sectors. Adam Glass leads on media litigation matters and Simon Entwistle advises on a range of publishing issues. JJ Shaw has recently assisted with podcast development and talent deals, image rights, and IP licensing.
Key clients
- Royal Albert Hall
- Superstruct Entertainment
- AKA Promotions
- The Associated Press
- Tortoise Media
- Haymarket Media Group
- Think Publishing
- Spring Nature
- Professional Publishers Association
- News Media Association
- Oxford University Press
- Association of Online Publishers
- RegalPress
Work highlights
- Advising Tortoise Media on a number of key podcast and rights licensing deals with major partners over the last year.
- Advising Haymarket Media Group on a joint venture and a series of key procurement and IP licensing deals.
- Advising the producers of Nullarbor Productions Limited on their latest show, Priscilla The Party, including music clearances, licensing and IP rights.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Cliff Fluet, Russell Brimelow, Alan Hunt, Lee Nair