Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in London
Established in 1962, we have built a reputation as a leading law firm specialising in media, entertainment, and commercial legal services. Our team delivers forward-thinking advice across practice areas including commercial contracts, corporate transactions, intellectual property, and dispute resolution. With sector-specific expertise in creative industries like music, publishing, and esports, we provide tailored solutions for businesses and high-profile individuals.Our commitment to practical, client-focused service is reflected in recognitions such as the Chambers UK 2026 Guide and Legal 500 rankings. We combine deep industry knowledge with a pragmatic approach to protect clients' interests, whether in contract negotiations, litigation, or reputation management. Our London-based practice serves clients globally, maintaining a culture of transparency, cost awareness, and responsiveness.
Services
Commercial Law
Corporate Transactions
Dispute Resolution
Employment Law
Family Law
Intellectual Property
Private Client
Property Law
Reputation Management
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- Award-winning expertise since 1962
- Sector-specific legal knowledge in creative industries
- Client-focused approach with transparent communication
- Pragmatic solutions for complex legal challenges
- Recognised in leading legal directories
Associations and certifications
- Chambers UK 2026 Guide
- Legal 500
What people say
Excellent understanding
Transparent communication
Fast and effective
Media practice constantly evolving
Services
Commercial Law
We specialise in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts that drive business growth. Our team provides strategic legal solutions for complex commercial agreements, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of industry-specific challenges and transactional expertise.
Corporate Transactions
Our corporate lawyers handle critical transactions with commercial pragmatism. We advise on mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring across diverse sectors. Our approach focuses on delivering efficient solutions while safeguarding clients' strategic interests and regulatory compliance.
Dispute Resolution
We prioritise dispute prevention but provide robust litigation support when necessary. Our team represents clients in courts and tribunals, combining advocacy skills with strategic thinking to achieve favourable outcomes in complex legal disputes.
Intellectual Property
We protect and exploit clients' intellectual property rights with sector-specific expertise. Our services cover IP strategy, enforcement, and dispute resolution for trademarks, copyrights, and patents, ensuring maximum value from creative assets.
Reputation Management
We help individuals and businesses protect their reputations through proactive legal strategies. Our services include defamation claims, online reputation management, and crisis response, combining legal action with strategic communications.
People
David Campbell
Partner
Specialising in media and entertainment law with over 20 years' experience advising major industry players on complex legal matters.
Giao Pacey
Partner
Leading corporate lawyer with expertise in cross-border transactions and commercial agreements within the creative industries sector.
Helena Franklin
Partner
Recognised IP specialist advising on brand protection strategies and intellectual property disputes for global entertainment clients.
Questions
What areas of law does Simkins specialise in?
We focus on commercial, corporate, intellectual property, and entertainment law with particular expertise in media, music, sport, and esports sectors.
Does Simkins handle international legal matters?
Yes, our London-based team advises clients globally, particularly in cross-border transactions and international dispute resolution within creative industries.
What makes Simkins different from other law firms?
Our unique combination of sector-specific expertise in creative industries, commercial pragmatism, and long-standing client relationships built on trust and transparency.
Are there financing options for legal services?
We offer flexible fee structures and alternative dispute resolution methods to ensure cost-effective solutions tailored to clients' specific needs.
Reviews (1)
Jenny C.
Aug 24, 2020
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Critical:Professionalism
Just read the Law Society Gazette article about Mr Clarkham who was a Partner at your firm at the relevant time. Shocked beyond belief!
Just read the Law Society Gazette article about Mr Clarkham who was a Partner at your firm at the relevant time. Shocked beyond belief!
