Email address
[email protected]Contact number
020 3073 7600Share profile
Band 1
Provided by Christos Michaels
Christos is a highly respected film lawyer with almost 30 years experience advising UK and international film production companies on all aspects of production, film finance and distribution. He has been Head of Film at Lee & Thompson for over 6 years. Prior to joining Lee & Thompson, he spent 6 years as Head of Business Affairs at Icon Entertainment & Icon Distribution.
As a partner at Lee & Thompson, he has played a pivotal role in structuring and negotiating deals across the independent and studio sectors, working with producers, financiers, and talent to bring feature films and high-end television projects to life.
Throughout his career, Christos has developed an in-depth understanding of the UK production landscape, having advised on a wide array of projects that exemplify the rich diversity of British cinema. His portfolio includes clients ranging from emerging producers to established production companies, and he has advised on numerous BAFTA nominated films.
BAFTA
Longtime supporter of Inside Pictures
Provided by Chambers
Christos Michaels leads the firm's film practice. He acts for financiers, distributors and sales agents, as well as UK and international producers and studios large and small.
Provided by Chambers
He instils absolute confidence.
He plays at a very high level and is very pleasant to deal with.
Christos has been a great supporter of the company from the outset. He provided advice and support during a period of sustained growth, helping us to navigate various market challenges along the way.
He instils absolute confidence.
He plays at a very high level and is very pleasant to deal with.
Christos has been a great supporter of the company from the outset. He provided advice and support during a period of sustained growth, helping us to navigate various market challenges along the way.