Lewis Silkin

Digital, Commerce and Creative

I have more than 24 years' experience in the legal and commercial aspects of the film industry including film financing, production and distribution.

My previous roles included running my own specialist media law practice. I was the Director of Legal & Business Affairs at Icon Entertainment International and senior lawyer and investment executive at the UK Film Council (now the British Film Institute).

Alongside my legal expertise this has given me an in-depth knowledge of the practical aspects of film finance and distribution.

I have been involved with films including 'Billy Elliott', 'Paddington Bear', 'The Mummy', and most recently 'Swallows & Amazons'.

I specialise in legal and commercial advice to clients engaged in collateralised debt lending and equity investment into feature film projects, television programmes and online content.

Qualified 1993, partner 2012. Denton Hall Burgin & Warrens 1991-93; Yusef & Leader 1993-94; Marriott Harrison 1994-2000; Intermedia Film Equities 2000-01; UK Film Council 2001-02; Ruby Films Limited 2002-05; Icon Entertainment International 2005-09; Rymer Media Law 2009-12; Lewis Silkin 2012-present.

Chesham High School; Warwick University (BA Law and Sociology); Chester Law School (Law Society Finals).

Passionate Wasps rugby supporter and father of two very active kids.