The ‘very knowledgeable’ team at Burges Salmon LLP advises leading industry clients across TV, film and broadcasting on a wide range of IP and advertising matters. In Bristol, Jeremy Dickerson spearheads the practice, leveraging deep experience in both contentious and transactional IP matters for an international clientele. Helen Scott-Lawler has specialised knowledge of the food, drink, and horse-racing sectors, while Emily Roberts advises on disputes related to trade marks, copyright and passing off. Richard Hugo, Chloe Perea Poole and ‘capable litigator’ Harry Jewson are other key contacts.

Leveraging ‘detailed knowledge of the sector’, White Jackman is well-equipped to advise television and digital media clients on a wide range of matters, including co-production arrangements, IP and commercial advice. The firm is particularly adept at advising production companies on compliance issues, including Ofcom, defamation and data protection. At the helm, Duncan White is regarded as ‘an expert in his field’, providing end-to-end support throughout all stages of production, from development and financing to multi-platform exploitation.