Christopher Hanson
UK Guide 2025
Band 2 : Media & Entertainment: Film & Television
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Provided by Christopher Hanson
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Chris is a recognised expert in media and entertainment financing. He has worked on transactions valued at over US$6billion over the last 25 years.
“I work with Hollywood Studios, banks, private equity, government bodies, corporate and high net worth investors across the US, Europe, Asia and the Far East. My clients include Universal Studios, Sony Pictures, Comerica Bank, Union Bank, City National Bank, Bank of America and Netflix.
I look to provide my clients with practical, commercial advice, delivered in a straight-forward way. Using my knowledge of the sector, gained over many years, I aim to bring clarity and simplicity to complex financing transactions. Whether corporate or project finance, debt or equity structures, my focus is to secure the best terms for my clients, delivering transactions which meet their objectives and protect their interests.”
Chambers Review
UK
Christopher Hanson works with studios and financial institutions on the funding of major film and TV projects in the UK and USA. He also advises on M&A deals in the sector.
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"Chris is an outstanding lawyer. He deals with transactions very efficiently and smoothly, and has a very good knowledge of the film and TV industry. I would recommend him very highly."
"Chris is very user-friendly, practical and very good at closing deals."
"Chris is an outstanding lawyer. He deals with transactions very efficiently and smoothly, and has a very good knowledge of the film and TV industry. I would recommend him very highly."
"Chris is very user-friendly, practical and very good at closing deals."