Bates Wells‘ advertising and marketing practice is led by Rupert Earle, who maintains a strong reputation in the market for his ’wealth of knowledge and experience‘ in the advertising sector. Noted for its work with the ASA, the firm is a popular choice for clients requiring assistance with regulatory investigations and the challenging of decisions by the regulators. It also advises major brands and charities with advertising campaigns, promotions and direct marketing. Erica Crump mainly advises charities and cultural institutions on marketing and advertising issues.
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- ‘Exceptional depth of knowledge about the ASA and ad regulation, as well as advertising-related law.’
‘Rupert Earle has been our lawyer for decades and is superb.’
‘Bates Wells has advised us for many years on advertising law and corporate and HR matters. Their advertising law expertise is second to none.’
‘Rupert Earle is a titan in the world of advertising law and regulation. He has a wealth of knowledge and experience and has supported our work for many years.’
‘A first rate team led by a master of his profession Rupert Earle. Expert, empathetic understanding of client operations, supporting expert provision of legal advice.Quite simply, the best of his generation. Wonderful client relations underpinned by the expert legal advice.’
Key clients
- Advertising Standards Authority
- The Horniman Museum and Gardens
- Elba Hope Foundation
- English National Opera
- The Glasshouse International Centre for Music
- EarthPercent
- Landmark Theatres
- Committee of Advertising Practice
Work highlights
Advising the Advertising Standards Authority on a vast range of advertising law issues, often involving many leading brands.
Advising EarthPercent on its arrangements, including branding and performance rights with music industry companies / creatives, and music initiatives related to streaming and live performance.
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Practice head
Rupert Earle
Other key lawyers
Erica Crump