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Jo Brittain

Jo Brittain

UK 2026

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Ranked in 1 practice area

Media & Entertainment: Music: Non-contentious

UK-wide

10 years ranked

About

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UK

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Jo joined Russells in 2006 as a trainee solicitor and qualified into the firm’s Commercial Department two years later. In 2013, Jo gained partnership and now runs the firm’s New Artist Department. Whilst Jo works on a range of music-related matters (e.g. recording, publishing, merchandise, branding and management agreements) his primary expertise lies in advising emerging talent. With a range of contacts in different areas of the entertainment industry, Jo is equipped to offer practical and strategic guidance to individuals just starting out in the business. He is immensely proud to have been through this process from “day one” with clients who have gone on to win coveted Mercury, Brit, Grammy and Ivor Novello Awards in recognition of their talent.

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Media & Entertainment: Music: Non-contentious - UK-wide

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Jo Brittain is co-managing partner of Russells. He advises music artists on record and publishing deals, as well as commercial contracts and international sponsorship agreements. His practice particularly focuses on representing emerging and breakthrough talent.

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  • Jo is a very brilliant lawyer, who knows his stuff.

    Media & Entertainment: Music: Non-contentiousChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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