Brandsmiths is noted for its lucrative client base of television presenters and social media personalities, which it often assists with libel and defamation claims, and disputes with agents. David Seligman who stands out due to his deep knowledge of sports law, acts for a number of talent management agencies. Tom Keane is a key name for IP issues, and Michael Forrester is well-known for his longstanding experience in IP, often acting in defamation cases.
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Key clients
- YMU Group
- David Walliams
- Amelia Dimoldenberg
- Dimz Inc
- Munya Chawawa
- Made by Munya
- Lisa Johnson
- Monty Mobile
- Moutasser Hachem
- Entertainment One
- Lizzy Cundy
- RW Invest
- Jessica Alves
- Simon Schofield
Work highlights
- Advised YMU on IP and trade mark issues, and reputation management matters.
- Represented David Walliams in a UKGDPR breach and misuse of private information claim against Fremantle Media Ltd regarding the recording and subsequent leaking of conversations from Britain's Got Talent.
- Advising Amelia Dimoldenberg and her production company Dimz Inc on commercial contracts and relationships, employment matters, and IP and trade mark advice and registrations.
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The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
David Seligman, Tom Keane, Michael Forrester