Music
Music has been at the heart of Russells’ reputation as a leading entertainment law firm since our founding, 50 years ago. We are immensely proud of the fact that we have acted for many of our clients from the outset of their careers to becoming international multi-award-winning artists. No matter where they are in their career, we have a technically excellent legal team to service our clients' requirements. We also work with a range of individuals and businesses operating within the music industry. This includes record companies and publishing companies (both major and independent), production companies, managers, live agencies, promoters, venues, talent agencies, music executives and industry bodies.
New Artist
Russells has a fantastic track record working with artists, bands, producers, songwriters and DJ’s at the very start of their careers in the entertainment business, who have then gone on to achieve domestic and global success.
Utilising our wide contact base and strong working relationships within the industry, we pride ourselves on offering carefully considered strategic advice as to how best to navigate and capitalise upon the initial opportunities presented to new/emerging talent.
Established Artists
We are renowned for our creative deal making and skilled negotiation. Combining our significant legal expertise and experience with our extensive industry network, we are in the best position to offer strategic commercial and legal advice to established and heritage artists, helping to maximise potential and preserve their legacies.
In order to support our clients personally as well as professionally, we offer a range of private client services which ensures complete discretion and “joined-up” thinking. These include: Private Wealth, Family Law, Employment and Real Estate.
Industry
We provide a complete legal service for individuals and businesses operating in the music industry, including Commercial, Corporate, Digital & Technology, Employment and Dispute Resolution practices. We have a deep understanding of creative individuals and the industries that support them and we are renowned for our skilled negotiation, pragmatic and commercial approach.
Please contact Gavin Maude, Jo Brittain, Simon Jordan or Ally Horn on 020 7439 8692 to find out how we can help you navigate the music business landscape.