Simkins LLP handles a mix of theatre, live events, and publishing work for clients active in the media and entertainment sector. This offering encompasses assisting theatre clients with agreements, performer contracts, venue leases, and sponsorship deals as well as representing clients in disputes. The team has deep knowledge of the theatre sector and can advise on protecting stage productions, scripts, music scores, and other creative works. For live events, it regularly supports music artists with issues related to concerts. On the publishing side, the group advises on contracts and sales, such as author agreements, digital distribution matters, and licensing. Euan Lawson leads the team and is known for his publishing and music expertise, while Ed Weidman handles commercial matters for live events, publishing, and theatre.
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‘Excellent understanding of our business and the wider music industry sector. Simkins can provide advice on extremely specialist questions for our organisation, where law and business come together.’
‘Paddy Gardiner is our go-to partner for both commercial disputes and for advice on challenging legal issues faced within our complex business.'
‘The team are professional, listen and get straight to work. Great company to work with.’
‘Ed Weidman was very helpful in negotiating the right deal for me. Extremely efficient and professional.’
Key clients
- The Blair Partnership LLP
- J.K. Rowling
- Luke Agbaimoni
- P!NK
- International Olympic Committee
- Becky Hill
- Performing Right Society Limited
- PPL PRS Limited
- Chorus TM
- Universal Music Group
- Ginger Owl Productions (Events) Ltd
Work highlights
Represented The Blair Partnership LLP in defending a High Court copyright infringement and breach of confidence claim against it and others.
Advised Luke Agbaimoni on his Tube Mapper photography project and his publishing arrangements with The History Press Ltd.
Advised Chorus TM on the UK launch of their financial management platform, powered by Equals Money.
Practice head
Euan Lawson
Other key lawyers
Ed Weidman; Paddy Gardiner