Reputed for its depth of experience in interactive entertainment, particularly in the video games sector, Mincoffs Solicitors LLP has a strong track record of merging forms of digital media, film and video production as well as specialist expertise in toy and hobby entertainment. The group also acts for publishers, and radio and broadcasting companies. Department leader Antony Hall is an expert in media and entertainment matters, advising on merchandising, licensing agreements and contractual arrangements. Stewart Irvine heads up the dispute resolution team and is active on the team’s contentious work. Jennifer Wade is a key name for commercial contracting issues, while Hannah Nagel‘s broad commercial practice includes brand protection and IP matters. Hannah Flowers advises on various commercial matters.

Demonstrating expertise in music and media litigation, Muckle LLP has experience in cross-disciplinary IP, media and technology-related matters such as press and reputation management work, rights infringements, sponsorships, and data and contractual issues. Exemplifying this is experienced practice head George Festing who acts for high-profile corporate and individual media and entertainment clients across the tech, music, film, TV, advertising, fashion and sport industries, and is a leading expert in the media field nationally. Leading the commercial team, Alex Craig advises on IP, data and technology matters, such as licensing agreements, media rights agreements and IP reviews, while Alex Speirs covers IP issues and disputes, and Tom Justice handles commercial agreements with an emphasis on the sports sector.