James Harman > Simkins LLP > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Simkins LLP Offices

Simkins LLP
LYNTON HOUSE
7-12 TAVISTOCK SQUARE
LONDON
WC1H 9LT
England
Visit website 020 7874 5600 020 7874 5601

James Harman

James Harman photo
020 7874 5624 [email protected]

Work Department

Commercial.

Position

James is a partner in the commercial group and specialises in entertainment industry work. His expertise includes recording, publishing and all other types of talent contracts. He has strong know-how in book publishing work and non-contentious intellectual property law, including advice on copyright, passing off and a variety of copyright-based commercial contracts such as merchandising contracts. James regularly advises clients on publishing, recording, management, merchandising and joint venture agreements. Focusing his practice on the music and entertainment business, James acts for a number of high-profile songwriters, artist managers, jazz, pop and rock acts, authors, publishers and record labels.

Lawyer Rankings

London > TMT (technology, media and telecoms) > Media: Theatre, publishing and other media

Encompassing theatre and live events work, the practice at Simkins LLP is routinely instructed by major music clients, international event organisations and live production venues. The team handles various  commercial agreements – from performer contracts to venue leasing – and litigation matters related to cancelled performances, tour disputes or contractual breaches. Publishing is another key pillar of the team, which advises on e-publication and digital distribution issues, as well as traditional publishing contracts and sales. Music specialist Euan Lawson focuses on live events and theatre-related issues. James Harman assists a number of literary agent clients on transactions and agreements.

Lawyer Rankings

Top Tier Firm Rankings

Firm Rankings