Regarded as providing a ‘very personal service’, Howes Percival LLP is regularly entrusted by a wealth of entertainment, media and publishing clients. The practice is led by James Howarth, who has considerable experience in the field of media disputes. Steven Maier contributes his varied expertise encompasses commercial, financial and IP disputes, among others, while Cathleen Blackburn is recommended for her ’thorough, efficient and helpful’ nature.
Testimonials
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‘We receive a very personal service from the firm and always get the feeling that those we work with really understand our organisation and our needs.’
‘We have worked closely with Cathleen Blackburn. She always gives us incredibly good service - thorough, efficient and helpful. She's also able to translate legalese into understandable language for non-specialists, which is appreciated and reassuring.’
Key clients
- The Tolkien Estate
- Agatha Christie Limited
- Magda Archer
- Estate Of Peter Mayle
- Tabbers Limited (Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme)
- Welbeck Publishing Group
- Owen Mumford Limited
- Golf Holidays Direct Limited
- Dx Group
- Owen Mumford
- Juxt Limited
- Afl Hyperscale (Subsidiary Of Nikkei Listed Fujikura)
- Security Alliance Limited
- Xps Pensions
- Bartington Instruments
- Sounds Like Publishing
- Rolls Royce Enthusiasts Club
- Massive Music
- Raw Energy
- Ocean On Land
Work highlights
- Advising the Tolkien Estate in connection with the repeated infringement of its intellectual property rights in The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
James Howarth