Reed Smith LLP

Reed Smith LLP’s media finance team is well-known for its longstanding expertise in media financings, regularly acting for financiers, studios, producers, production companies and broadcasters. The team is also particularly well-versed in assisting major banks with a range of film and TV production financing, including cross-border deals handling security arrangements and investor’s interests. The team also advises clients on renegotiating media rights and restructuring agreements for large productions, as well as assisting clients with adhering to new distribution models. Tax incentives and regulatory compliance are also key areas of the practice. Industry expert Michael Maxtone-Smith is sought after for his specialism in gap, presale, and tax credit lending, as well as multi-party financings and refinancings. Henry Birkbeck works alongside Maxtone-Smith on complex financings, assisting with development financing and representing financiers in international film and TV productions. Elle Todd leads the entertainment and media group and assists with a variety of media mandates. Sophie Goossens left the firm in February 2025.