Russells Solicitors > London, England > Firm Profile

‘Russells are the best we have worked with – easily contactable and quick to react.’

‘They have a very diverse and strong client base and attract a considerable amount of new talent as their reputation and client roster is compelling.’

‘Jo Brittain is always available and very responsive. Though a very tough and thorough negotiator, he is fair and reasonable. He attracts very compelling clients as he is known as not only an excellent lawyer but as a music lover, who musicians and artists are able to relate to.’

‘Specialised and skillful team that is aware of everything from daily boiler-plate contract issues right the way up to complex corporate affairs and rights management.’

‘We rate them highly for anyone seeking exquisite counsel in the music and entertainment space.’

‘Chris Gossage provides a professional and friendly service that is honest, considerate and strategic.’

‘They’re tough when they need to be, and they’re extremely sharp with what’s going on in the market. The next generation of talent coming through – including Alex Cole.’

‘The team are very up to date with new laws and issues. The associates support the partners incredibly well.’

‘Gavin Maude is the best, most holistic and savvy lawyer I have met, but also has strong ethics in the way he goes about his business.’

‘We’ve worked with Chris Gossage for two decades. He and his team provide a professional, friendly service which is honest, considerate and strategic. They’re tough when they need to be, and the\’re extremely sharp with what’s going on in the market.’

‘The way you can work with any of the partners – Gavin Maude, Chris Gossage, or Simon Esplen – and then they segue to working on the paperwork with the associates such as Roger Edwards is great. Russells work as a team on so many problems, you feel like you have the entire office and their knowledge helping you with any problem.’

‘Russells have a lot of strength in depth. I’ve worked with four of their partners and a similar number of associates and always feel confident that their knowledge, understanding and effort will be first class.’

‘Russells contains an extremely specialised and skilful senior team that is aware of everything from daily boiler-plate contract issues right the way up to complex corporate affairs and rights management. We’ve been working with Russells for over 20 years and would rate them highly for anyone seeking exquisite counsel in the music and entertainment space.’

‘Russells are the best lawyers we have worked with, they are easily contactable and quick to react. The team are very up to date with new laws/issues etc and the associates support the partners incredibly well.

‘They have a very diverse and strong client base and attract a considerable amount of new talent as their reputation and client roster is compelling. In recent years they have been very early on new deals, they have researchers that scour the internet for potential talent, I am not aware of other firms that do this.’

‘They keep very much abreast and ahead of innovations and challenges that the music industry faces, and give up to date and constructive advice.’

‘Louise Barretto and Carol Ellinas head up a power house family department which punches well above its weight. Louise delivers penetrating analysis, empathetic advice and the rapier dissection of the opposing case.’

‘The team have a particular specialism for, and are experts at, representing high-net-worth clients, particularly those involved in the creative arts.’

‘The personalised service is a key distinction in an industry that is gradually trending towards the generic. The manner in which clients are looked after is above and beyond, in moving towards a desired outcome.’

‘Carol Ellinas is a leading light in the highly personalised delivery of Family Law, driven by her deep empathy of client situations in conjunction with her proactive legal practice.’

‘I have found this firm very professional in dealing with my matters and all staff respond quickly and effectively.’

‘Louise Barretto stands out as an excellent solicitor who has helped me to navigate a challenging set of circumstances with expert clarity and advice, along with an empathetic approach which I very much value.’

‘Louise Barretto is a truly amazing, empowering, caring, and knowledgeable person. Nothing is too much trouble, and nothing is seen as a waste of time or silly. There are not enough words to describe what a difference she makes or how much recognition she deserves.’

‘Combine experienced litigators with expertise in the entertainment industry more widely.’

‘Eliot Leggo has it all: an eye for detail, commercial nous and great legal skills.’

‘Steven Tregear’s clients are loyal and with great reason, he considers all aspects of their interests from the immediate to the very long term.’

‘A good practice in media law, including defamation and phone hacking disputes. An extremely personable team.’

‘Jay Joshi is extremely personable and client-friendly, offering a good knowledge of the area and management of claims.’

‘A niche firm that has acted for a range of clients in privacy and reputation-related cases, particularly phone hacking ones. Efficient and excellent communication.’

‘Dan Hoyle – a very effective and gifted lawyer and negotiator. Knows when to press on with cases and when to seek settlement.’

‘They have an excellent client base in terms of sports and media clients.’

‘Steven Tregear is a star solicitor with a great reputation for results and tenacity.’

‘Really excellent sports team with a deep understanding of the sector and an extensive network of client relationships.’

‘Steven Tregear is one of the leading names in sports and entertainment litigation; he has seen it all and knows how the world works. Alice Rudge — a bright, hardworking associate and a pleasure to work with.’

‘The speed of their response and an ability to grasp complicated issues quickly.’

‘An ability to ask probing questions aimed at getting to the heart of the matter as quickly as possible.’

‘Russells really do go above and beyond when it comes to reactive client care, working with them is simple and with great results, which is why they are my go to with spiralling crisis issues.’