Accolades
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As head of the firm's media and entertainment department, Jerker Edström principally focuses on copyright law, licensing agreements and right-clearances. Clients describe him as "very attentive and knowledgeable"
Chambers Europe 2018
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Staffan Boström is widely regarded as the number one music lawyer in Sweden. Clients appreciate that he knows the industry inside out and highlight his negotiation skills as a key asset. He is particularly popular with music companies for advice on co-operation agreements, IP rights and music rights.
Chambers Europe 2018
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Staffan Boström is a highly acclaimed practitioner in the media sector who typically acts for clients in the music and entertainment industries. Clients say: "He has the capacity to think and work outside the box."
Chambers Europe 2017
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"They are fully dedicated to the client," an interviewee says, with another adding: "The team is always helpful."
Chambers Europe 2017
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"The firm has lawyers that really know the sector well and understand the market trends. You get a well-crafted way forward"
Chambers Europe 2017
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"Bird & Bird is praised for its ‘pragmatic and commercial approach, combined with fantastic industry knowledge’."
Firm, Legal 500 2017
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"International media group head Phil Sherrell is ‘an absolute delight to deal with’ and handles litigation in the music, broadcasting, advertising and media sectors."
UK, Legal 500, 2016
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The "very approachable" Phil Sherrell impresses with his multifaceted and international digital media practice, and acts for publishers and music industry players. He handles contentious and non-contentious media matters, demonstrating particular proficiency in copyright matters. Clients say: "More than simply advocating a legal position, he works with you to think through business issues."
Chambers UK 2016
News & Events
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0412-2020
The influence of artificial intelligence (“AI”) in the music industry is nothing new and its transformative impact is showing no signs of slowing up. In this article, Katie Rimmer dissects the various AI applications ...
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2610-2020
In a first-of-its-kind sponsorship agreement, Spotify has become the official and exclusive audio streaming partner for Riot Games’ ‘League of Legends’ esports events. A key development for Riot Games; the League’s huge ...
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1610-2020
The UK’s Digital, Media, Culture and Sport Committee announced (15 October 2020) that it is launching an inquiry into the economics of music streaming, a move which has been welcomed by the music industry.