Boutique IP firm Ström Advokatbyrå 'holds a special position in the Swedish market as the firm with the largest breadth and depth in music industry legal knowledge and practice', and is widely recognised for its strength in media and entertainment matters. The group is adept at representing creators and companies, both on a domestic and international level. The practice is led by the quartet of managing partner Jerker Edström, Staffan Boström, Emilia Hempel, and Emil Ödling. Edström is the key name for IP-related music issues, and Boström acts for high-profile songwriters, producers, and publishers. Hempel is a key contact for advising on IP issues for clients in television and film, and Ödling's workload includes all aspects of commercial, trade mark, and copyright law.
Testimonials
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‘Jerker and his team are particularly adept at international law. They have expertise in the media and entertainment field across many territories, and we find their approach to be proactive, concise and effective. ’
‘Jerker has a wide range of international knowledge in the media and entertainment sector across several territories. He is able to explain complicated matters to clients who are creatives and not familiar with the business terms etc.’
Key clients
- Max Martin / MXM Music AB
- Live Nation Nordic
Work highlights
- Advising Martin Sandberg, professionally known as Max Martin, on all legal matters relating to his music production and songwriting activities, including all agreements related to the artist.
- Advising Swedish House Mafia on all negotiations and the sale of their early master catalogue.