Robert Horsfall

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Robert Horsfall is known mostly for his work with artists and managers.

One of the leading legal directories said of him: the “omnipresent” Robert Horsfall “is recommended as a lawyer who breathes, drinks and eats music”.

He was included in MBW’s Power 50 listing.

Robert’s current clients include Yusuf /Cat Stevens and Pendulum / Knife Party and, also, Tileyard Music.

In recent years, Robert has built up a formidable roster of clients from the Jazz world: Snarky Puppy, GoGo Penguin, Emma-Jean Thackray and many others.

Robert also works with overseas artists who are targeting the UK and European markets.

On a small number of clients, Robert functions as a business manager, as well as the lawyer.

Robert was previously with the law firms Theodore Goddard and Lee and Thompson. He also worked at London Records as Director of Legal and Business Affairs, working with acts such as Fine Young Cannibals, Communards, Salt-N-Pepa and Run DMC.

In the past, Robert has represented household names such as Robbie Williams, All Saints and Charlotte Church, managers such as Jonathan Shalit; labels such as Wall of Sound. Robert has been engaged as an expert witness in court cases and European Commission investigations.

Robert has written extensively about the music business, including editing the IAEL “Back to the Future” book. He has spoken at the BRIT School and at numerous conferences.