Media & Entertainment

In a rapidly developing sector such as media and entertainment, creativity is at a premium. Advisors also need to live and breathe the industry. Our lawyers are known to be innovative and responsive, we stay in touch with what’s happening and are keen to find solutions that effectively further clients’ business objectives.

We have one of the largest media and technology teams in the Nordic region. Focused on broadcasting, television, and crossover work with telecoms and the new media, we represent leading broadcasting, music and technology companies on everything from establishing operations and obtaining licenses to protecting IPR, negotiating artists’ agreements, planning marketing campaigns, and handling funding, acquisitions and disputes. We have a large team of skilled lawyers who have extensive knowledge and understanding of the industry.

Companies are thinking about their business models from the perspective of global accessibility. How does the money flow, and what will the consumer pay in Bangalore, Stockholm or New York? Does the business comply with local regulations: content requirements in France, for example?

To advise this industry, you need to have a genuine interest. You need to understand the client’s product and its life cycle. We do.

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