UK Guide 2026 : UK-wide
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Provided by Bates Wells
Our Media and Entertainment team offers a full range of services to clients across the arts, media and creative industries. We understand that the issues facing these sectors rarely fall neatly into one area of law, so we work collaboratively across the firm to provide joined‑up, practical advice.
Our lawyers advise on theatre, film and television matters spanning employment, immigration, real estate, corporate transactions, agency contracts, media litigation, charity law and disputes. We work closely with our specialist Culture & Creative team to ensure clients receive sector‑specific, commercially focused support.
For more information, visit: https://bateswells.co.uk/sectors/culture-and-creative/ or https://bateswells.co.uk/services/dispute-resolution-and-litigation/media-disputes/
Provided by Chambers
Bates Wells has a renowned advertising regulatory practice, acting for the ASA and other UK regulatory bodies. It also provides commercial advice and litigation services to charities, cultural organisations and global brand owners. The firm provides extensive knowledge of prize draws and promotions, database issues and direct marketing. It also handles a leading theatre and live events practice.
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Bates Wells advised Royal National Institute for the Blind on the content of an advertisement highlighting the experience of blind and partially sighted voters to ensure it complied with the relevant election law.
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We found them to be knowledgeable, approachable, sympathetic and extremely diligent. The staff we have worked with have always done their utmost to give us the support and advice needed.
They have a huge amount of experience supporting arts organisations and a sensitivity to the needs of the artist, arts organisations and artists' intangible assets.
I was incredibly impressed by the detailed knowledge and the sensitivity to our sector. The combination of excellence and understanding, made the process smoother and more transparent.
They don't just point out problems; they offer clear, implementable solutions and alternatives that allow us to achieve our goals while remaining risk-proof.
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Rupert Earle leads Bates Wells' media litigation department. He is litigator of choice to the ASA and also frequently advises its sister body, the Committee of Advertising Practice, on policy, regulatory and compliance matters.
It was great working with Rupert. His experience and expertise added immensely to the project and our reviews.
Rupert Earle sets the standard.
Erica is extremely reassuring and knowledgeable.
I was incredibly impressed by her approach, thoroughness, patience and pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
She has always given us exemplary service and we trust her implicitly.
I was incredibly impressed by Erica's approach, thoroughness, patience and pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
Media & Entertainment: Advertising & Marketing
Media & Entertainment: Theatre & Live Events
Provided by Bates Wells
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