Simkins LLP ‘has amazing knowledge of the film industry’ as well as strong foundations in the television sector, advising on animations, documentaries, feature films and TV series. The team handles both financing and production mandates, and is adept in copyright infringement claims, distribution disputes and contract litigation. Practice head Jonathan Blair has notable strength in the structuring of international co-productions and financing deals, while Giao Pacey advises film and TV clients on corporate finance matters. Juliane Althoff is noted for her experience in the development, financing, production and exploitation of content, encompassing film and TV. Astrid Bulmer is key to animation matters.
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‘The practice is unique because they are very accessible, light on their feet, extremely knowledgeable yet able to communicate in a simple and digestible way. They are patient and equable. The company is clearly diverse.’
‘I worked primarily with Juliane Althoff who was fantastic. Juliane rose to every challenge and dealt with some really difficult people and scenarios on my behalf. She is knowledgeable, easygoing and very precise in detail.’
‘Simkins provides a great range of experience and skills within the division so all areas of film production are covered.’
‘Jonathan Blair has always delivered great work - he's got an excellent knowledge of the film finance world and knows when to push for more for producers. I would highly recommend him.’
‘Simkins provides an excellent all round production finance and production legal service and can draw on expertise within the firm on music and employment.'
‘Jonathan Blair is the senior partner who has a wide knowledge base on all matters relating to production finance and production, and provides smart and commercial advice. He is brilliantly assisted by Juliane Althoff.’
‘The team at Simkins has an amazing knowledge of the film industry and is also speedy to respond and react with a very good work ethic and attitude.’
‘I have worked with Juliane Althof, Astrid Bulmer and Jonathan Blair and all have been a joy to work with.’
Clients clés
- Magical Society/Magical Productions
- Snowed-In Productions
- MBK Productions
- Iron Maiden
- Coutts & Co
- Snowstorm Productions
- Studio Hamburg UK Limited (SHUK)
- J.K. Rowling
- Raw TV
- Brontë Film and Television
Points forts
- Advised Magical Society on the financing and production of its new BBC crime drama series entitled "Virdee".
- Advised Snowed-In Productions on the financing and production of its new drama series "Joan" for ITV.
- Advised MBK Productions on the financing of two recent feature films, "One Life" and "Firebrand".
Avocats
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Responsable de la pratique
Jonathan Blair
Autres avocats clés
Giao Pacey; Juliane Althoff; Astrid Bulmer