Media & Entertainment

Gwilym Harbottle advises on a wide complement of media law issues and has expertise in both IP and chancery law. He has a particular strength in relation to disputes in the music industry, acting for both collecting societies and high-profile artists. He is also experienced in the handling of copyright and rights in performance matters.

"Gwilym is outstanding. I would have him on any big copyright case."

"A standout person on the IP side of media law."

Michael Hicks has expertise in cases involving emerging media, video games software houses, e-commerce businesses and online publishers, among other more traditional media entities. He is an expert in a range of intellectual property law issues, particularly copyright. He is also adept at handling comparative advertising cases.

"Michael did a brilliant job. He's well respected by the judiciary because he is level-headed and doesn't push cases beyond where you can push them. Judges takes his arguments very seriously."

"Michael Hicks is great to work with. He's unflappable, nothing fazes him."

Amanda Michaels is an experienced IP barrister who assists media entities in protecting their copyright, design and database rights. She has noted sector-specific expertise in the publishing, music and advertising industries. She is also well regarded for her handling of disputes involving issues of title.

"She is a good barrister. She is very thorough."

Andrew Norris KC is highly proficient in a variety of intellectual property cases of concern to media entities, particularly those concerning copyright, image and design rights protection. He has additional expertise in contractual disputes.

"Andrew's real strength is getting into court - he is very frank in his advice about the merits of a case and is tactically astute."

Thomas St Quintin is in demand for his wide-ranging intellectual property law expertise, and most notably appears in copyright, trade mark and passing-off disputes. He is known for his strong technical ability, and is particularly skilled in acting for film and TV production companies and broadcasters. His broad practice also includes design infringement matters and contractual disputes.

Guy Tritton has a wide-ranging intellectual property practice encompassing patent litigation, complex trade mark infringement cases and copyright disputes.

"Guy Tritton is always measured, pragmatic and often looks to move the case forward sensibly. He showed great stamina in a case that was long and challenging. He fought the good fight."

Jamie Muir Wood has a notably strong media and entertainment practice, which is bolstered by his expertise in intellectual property law issues. He regularly appears in disputes relating to copyright infringement and publishing rights, among a vast array of other matters.

"Jamie Muir Wood is very hands-on, user-friendly and provides good strategic suggestions. He builds a good rapport with the client."

"Jamie is a modern-style barrister with a good understanding of the law."

"Jamie is very good. He's very responsive and creative with arguments. He comes up with the best ideas for clients."

"A go-to senior junior for contentious IP media matters. He comes across with real authority and credibility beyond his call. He is very considered but also very commercial and pragmatic."

Simon Malynicz leverages his strong IP practice to provide high-quality support to a range of clients in trade mark disputes.

"Simon is at the top of the game as a trade mark specialist. He is excellent."

"Simon is really delightful to work with. He has been brilliant."

Jonathan Moss is a specialist in copyright law and other soft intellectual property matters. He has acted in notable cases concerning music, television and the use of images.

"Jonathan is very good on his feet and on strategy. His advocacy is excellent, and he is extremely good with witness examination."

"His experience as a solicitor enables him to really understand strategy, and his advocacy skills are great."

Sam Carter is a well-regarded barrister in media law matters including copyright infringement, royalties and defamation.

"Sam is good, with a particular interest in music."