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Russells Solicitors
YALDING HOUSE
152-156 GREAT PORTLAND STREET
LONDON
W1W 5QA
England
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Work Department

Commercial

Position

Senior Consultant

Career

Chris has been with Russells since being taken on as an articled clerk in 1980 and having managed the firm and operated as Senior Partner for many years has become the firm’s Senior Consultant.

Chris’ clients have numbered some of the greatest talents of their generation to include artists, writers, composers, sportsmen and executives. Chris has also represented corporate clients such as independent and major labels and publishers as well as other organisations within the world of entertainment such as, film, theatre, book publishing, sport stadia, promoters, sport agents and celebrated restaurants. With 40 years’ experience in music and the wider entertainment industry generally the firm continues to draw upon his expertise, as too the clients he continues to advise and represent.

Lawyer Rankings

London > TMT (technology, media and telecoms) > Media: Music

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Chris Organ – Russells Solicitors

Considered ‘one of the absolute go-to firms‘ in the music industry, Russells Solicitors is a highly knowledgeable and experienced music boutique that excels in both non-contentious and contentious matters, assisting a host of clients – from leading British and international artists, to major record labels and music-related individuals. The team is jointly led by Simon Esplen, Gavin Maude and Steven Tregear. Esplen acts for new and established artists, managers, songwriters and other industry players, while Maude, who specialises in commercial matters, advises major artists and industry executives on an array of non-contentious issues. ‘An industry legend‘, Tregear leads the litigation team and has a wealth of experience in representing record and publishing companies, as well as artists, managers and promoters in a multitude of cases, from copyright infringement disputes to litigation involving royalty payments and defamation cases. Key support is offered by Alice Rudge and Elizabeth Scandrett, both of whom focus on high-profile music disputes. Chris Organ and Jo Brittain concentrate on advising talent, and Chris Gossage and Ryan Vince handle corporate and commercial matters in the music industry. These are also core areas of activity for Ally Horn, noted for representing award-winning bands. Recently promoted partner Dan Hoyle is the go-to for reputation and crisis management issues.