Kinsella Legal Limited
Commercial Lawyer – Film, Television & Theatre
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Commercial Lawyer – Film, Television & Theatre
4-9 PQE
Leading Media & Entertainment Practice
An outstanding opportunity has arisen for two talented commercial lawyers to join a highly regarded Film, Television & Theatre team in private practice.
Working alongside market-leading partners and senior lawyers, the successful candidates will advise an impressive client base across the film, television, theatre and live events industries on a broad range of commercial, rights, production and finance matters.
This is an exciting opportunity for ambitious lawyers who are passionate about the entertainment sector and keen to play a key role within a dynamic and collaborative practice.
The Role
The team advises producers, studios, investors, financiers and other major industry participants on a wide variety of matters, including:
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- Rights acquisition and exploitation matters
- Drafting and negotiating creator, production and commercial agreements
- Development, finance, production and distribution arrangements
- Production-related legal and commercial support
- Structuring advice for producers, studios and investors
- General commercial and intellectual property matters
The work is sophisticated, varied and highly client-facing, offering excellent exposure to some of the most recognised names in the entertainment industry.
Candidate Requirements
Applications are welcomed from lawyers with at least 4 years’ PQE, although candidates in the 5–9 years’ PQE range are particularly encouraged to apply.
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Candidates should demonstrate:
- Strong commercial contracts and/or intellectual property experience
- Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
- A pragmatic and commercially focused approach to legal advice
- Confidence managing transactions and client relationships
- Strong technical ability combined with excellent interpersonal skills
- An interest in mentoring and developing junior lawyers
- A genuine enthusiasm for the film, television, theatre and live events sectors
Prior entertainment sector experience would be advantageous, but the team is also keen to hear from strong commercial or IP lawyers looking to transition into this specialist area.
This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading practice at an exciting stage of growth.
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