The ‘pre-eminent media set’ and ‘top set for entertainment-related work’, Blackstone Chambers is primarily instructed by major record labels, music and newspaper publishers, as well as high-profile individuals such as performers, directors and producers. Ian Mill KC acted for the claimant in Moonbug Entertainment Ltd v CCM Touring LLC, successfully resisting a jurisdiction challenge and obtaining a declaration on the construction of a licence connected to CoComelon, a popular YouTube channel aimed at children. Robert Howe KC was instructed for the defendant, Sony, in Noel Redding Estate Ltd v Sony Entertainment Ltd, a cross-border dispute concerning copyright and performers’ rights in the works of Jimi Hendrix. Dominic Howells acts as sole counsel in the ongoing case, Lant v Plastic Head Music Distribution, representing Venom frontman Conrad Lant in a dispute concerning rights in band artwork and merchandise.
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Blackstone Chambers
Les références
‘Blackstone are the best of the best. The Chambers is run brilliantly, from the barristers’ room to the clerks’ room to the administrative functions.’
‘The clerks are very helpful.’
‘Blackstone is the pre-eminent media set.’
Principaux dossiers
Hogarth Chambers
With particular expertise in IP, Hogarth Chambers is equipped to handle a range of intellectual property, trade mark and copyright matters. Gwilym Harbottle was instructed by The Football Association Premier League Ltd in proceedings against major UK ISPs, securing a blocking order to prevent access to websites streaming unlicensed Premier League matches, while Jamie Muir Wood represents the claimant in Weltman v Hensley, a dispute over royalties over the works of band Uriah Heep.
Les références
‘Excellent set, and the clerks are very helpful and approachable.’
‘Hogarth Chambers has a strong suit of juniors especially with respect to soft IP.’
‘Hogarth Chambers is very commercial and efficient to work with.’
Principaux dossiers
11 South Square
11 South Square is recognised by clients for its ‘excellent media and entertainment practice,’ with particular expertise in IP and copyright disputes involving high-profile artists. Tom Alkin represented TuneIn Inc. in Warner Music UK Ltd & Sony Music Entertainment UK Ltd v TuneIn Inc., a High Court copyright infringement claim concerning the legality of linking to third-party radio streams via the TuneIn platform.
Les références
’11 South Square have an excellent media and entertainment practice.’
Principaux dossiers
8 New Square
8 New Square members are highly regarded for their expertise in IP rights across television, media and broadcasting, regularly acting for high-profile organisations and individuals. Leading Jaani Riordan, Martin Howe KC acts in a representative claim for Francovich damages by over 33,000 US performers alleging the UK failed to properly transpose a provision of an EU directive regarding revenue sharing between performers and record producers. Jonathan Hill acts for Lucasfilm Ltd LLC and Lunak Heavy Industries Ltd in a High Court case over restitution claims arising from the posthumous use of Peter Cushing’s image in Rogue One.
Principaux dossiers
Blackstone Chambers
Les références
‘Blackstone are the best of the best. The Chambers is run brilliantly, from the barristers’ room to the clerks’ room to the administrative functions.’
‘The clerks are very helpful.’
‘Blackstone is the pre-eminent media set.’
Principaux dossiers
Hogarth Chambers
With particular expertise in IP, Hogarth Chambers is equipped to handle a range of intellectual property, trade mark and copyright matters. Gwilym Harbottle was instructed by The Football Association Premier League Ltd in proceedings against major UK ISPs, securing a blocking order to prevent access to websites streaming unlicensed Premier League matches, while Jamie Muir Wood represents the claimant in Weltman v Hensley, a dispute over royalties over the works of band Uriah Heep.
Les références
‘Excellent set, and the clerks are very helpful and approachable.’
‘Hogarth Chambers has a strong suit of juniors especially with respect to soft IP.’
‘Hogarth Chambers is very commercial and efficient to work with.’
Principaux dossiers
11 South Square
11 South Square is recognised by clients for its ‘excellent media and entertainment practice,’ with particular expertise in IP and copyright disputes involving high-profile artists. Tom Alkin represented TuneIn Inc. in Warner Music UK Ltd & Sony Music Entertainment UK Ltd v TuneIn Inc., a High Court copyright infringement claim concerning the legality of linking to third-party radio streams via the TuneIn platform.
Les références
’11 South Square have an excellent media and entertainment practice.’
Principaux dossiers
8 New Square
8 New Square members are highly regarded for their expertise in IP rights across television, media and broadcasting, regularly acting for high-profile organisations and individuals. Leading Jaani Riordan, Martin Howe KC acts in a representative claim for Francovich damages by over 33,000 US performers alleging the UK failed to properly transpose a provision of an EU directive regarding revenue sharing between performers and record producers. Jonathan Hill acts for Lucasfilm Ltd LLC and Lunak Heavy Industries Ltd in a High Court case over restitution claims arising from the posthumous use of Peter Cushing’s image in Rogue One.