Simkins LLP > London, England > Firm Profile

‘Simkins are one of the leading specialist firms in music. They have an excellent team, with deep industry knowledge and a thorough understanding both of their clients’ needs and the specialist areas of law involved.’

‘Paddy Gardiner is an outstanding practitioner in this field – knowledgeable and experienced, with a command of the most complex cases.’

‘Paddy Gardiner has very sound strategic and tactical judgment.’

‘Tom Iverson is exceptionally thorough and bright. He works through all the complex issues and comes up with good solutions to any issues or problems.’

‘Simkins is undoubtedly one of the leading music law firms in London. They are regularly in the largest cases for the highest profile clients.’

‘Paddy Gardiner has many years of experience in the largest and highest-stakes cases. In my experience, clients rightly value his judgment enormously.’

‘Tom Iverson is a superbly bright partner who is cutting out a significant practice in music, film and reputational work. I would recommend him highly.’

‘Very strong team with great experience and attention to detail.’

‘We have always been extremely satisfied with the level of service and expertise.’

‘Ed Baden-Powell has always been very knowledgeable on the mandates that were assigned to him. He also has great communication skills which results in efficient work and exchanges.’

‘The best thing I have found about Simkins is the speed with which they deliver a brilliant service. I’ve worked with several law firms and none of them have come close to delivering contracts, advice or comments on negotiations as quickly – and not at the expense of quality.’

The firm regularly detail changes, news and updates to the film and television sectors. It’s completely geared to me as a film producer and I honestly find it incredibly succinct and useful.’

‘A big strength seems to be not only the diversity of knowledge within the firm as a whole, but their flexibility in bringing in different lawyers for specific cases.’

‘Astrid Bulmer is so incredibly efficient! Her speed and efficacy make such a difference to my line of work and it’s the main reason I will continue working with her.’

‘Jonathan Blair regularly comes onto our calls giving advice on larger matters – I have always found him engaging and incredibly knowledgeable.’

‘When our directors are in panic mode, Euan Lawson will respond with a calm and thoughtful clear view,  resolutely moving forward with constructive resolution.’

‘Euan Lawson is a highly intelligent and experienced commercial lawyer.’

‘To adapt the lyrics from the late great Tina Turner – Simkins are ‘Simply the best, Better than all the rest’.

‘A big strength seems to be not only the diversity of knowledge within the firm as a whole, but their flexibility in bringing in different lawyers for specific contracts/cases. Astrid Bulmer is so incredibly efficient! Her speed and efficacy make such a difference to my line of work and it’s the main reason I will continue working with her. Astrid operates with a level of transparency I appreciate – I have never been surprised by the cost of a project. Astrid obviously has a great relationship with her partner, Jonathan Blair. He regularly comes onto our calls giving advice on larger matters – I have always found him willing to engage and incredibly knowledgeable.’

‘A Rolls Royce service to clients. Extremely responsive and always ahead of opponents.’

‘Gideon Benaim is calm under pressure. His decision making is always on point.’

‘Jon Oakley is a great thinker and all over the detail. A calm head when it is needed most.’

‘Gideon Benaim heads up the exceptional department, and both Gideon and Jon Oakley were hugely professional, delicate, understanding and thorough. Advice was always succinct. Billing is as expected, and the team under Gideon and Jon were swift and thorough in their dealings with our client.’

‘Gideon Benaim is a very bright, considered, talented lawyer with years of experience heading up the team in reputation, and his knowledge and expertise ensures thorough exploration of all the facts before quality advice is given.’

‘Gideon Benaim heads the reputation team with extensive expertise in defamation, privacy, harassment and copyright.’

‘Simkins are genuinely concerned with their client’s interests – seeking to reach satisfactory resolutions before the matter comes to court. They are very quick into action and are available 24/7 – they realise that in this area of business speed is very important. They have a network of contacts around the world who can be called on to give unbiased advice in many jurisdictions. Overall very highly recommended.’

‘Gideon Benaim is outstanding. He gives sound counsel and is not afraid to say what he thinks is the best advice, regardless of whether this is what the client thinks they want to hear. I also recommend Jon Oakley.’

‘Simkins understand the the way the media works – they become an advisory partner and are able to judge the context and the delicate handling required when dealing with a reputation issue. They work alongside us, ensuring a smoother outcome.’

‘Jim Dennis provides clear, concise and expert commercial advice on time and without surprise as to cost.’