Bates Wells has experience in assisting theatres, performance companies, and venues, as well as theatre individuals, with advertising, marketing, data protection, and privacy law issues. The team is also noted for its work with foundations and cultural organisations including charities. Erica Crump leads the practice and advises clients on media, brand, and charity law, as well as IP rights and commercial and production issues related to performances. Outside of its media, culture, and creative practice, clients also benefit from the firm’s full-service capabilities, advising on employment, immigration, corporate, and litigation matters where needed.
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Testimonials
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‘The diversity of expertise, particularly around charities, royalties and creative contracts, is impressive.’
‘Erica Crump is an expert listener and provides clarity on how she can advise and help in a way that will work for me and my company. This gives us as clients confidence.’
‘The lawyers I have worked with in the team have an excellent grasp of both the legal background and the practical ways of solving problems in the regulated charity world.’
‘Erica Crump and Olivia Woodward have been particularly proactive, knowledgeable and practical in providing advice.’
'We have always found the team to be supportive and professional, showing a great interest in what we do. They are by far the best firm we have had any dealings with and we have stayed with them for over 12 year and will continue to do so in the future.'
'The people we have worked with have been approachable, knowledgeable and we have been able to have great faith in their work. In particular, Erica Crump has supported us for the whole of our association with the firm, introducing us to other professionals when necessary. We have always felt lucky to have her in our corner.'
Key clients
- Landmark Theatres
- Eclipse Theatre
- KOKO Foundation
- EarthPercent
- Dream Awake Productions
- Independent Venue Community
- Elba Hope Foundation
- ENO
- Shakespeare’s Globe
- Booker Prize
- Javaad Alipoor Theatre Company
- Co-Gas Safety
Work highlights
Advised the KOKO Foundation on structure, commercial, charity, brand usage and corporate partnerships, talent partnerships, and fundraising and production events.
Advised Landmark Theatres across venues in the South-West on structuring, commercial negotiations, charity and governance work, funding, and stakeholder relationships.
Assisted Booker Prize with sponsorship, partnerships, and charity advice, including in respect of brand partnerships.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Erica Crump
Other key lawyers
Olivia Woodward