In celebration of Black History Month and in line with this year’s theme of “Standing Firm in Power and Pride”, we attended a screening of “My Father’s Shadow”, which was confirmed as the UK’s submission for Best International Feature at the Oscars. Many thanks to our Race Network for organising!

L&T Mike Brookes and Sophie Anim explore the key takeaways of the High Court's recent decision in Whyte v British Medical Association [2025] EWHC 1782 (KB), in a case analysis written for Entertainment Law Review, available to read here: www.leeandthompson.com/news/case-an...

We were thrilled to host “Publisher Perspectives”, an all-day summit for advertising publishers. L&T's Nick Swimer discussed privacy, the regulatory landscape and what may be coming down the pipeline in relation to the advertising ecosystem. Read more here: www.leeandthompson.com/news/lt-host...

Our team had a great time connecting with industry leaders at MIPCOM Cannes last week.

L&T Partner Lee Stone shares his perspective, on the industry response to Trump's threat of tariffs on foreign film production. #US #tariffs #film www.reuters.com/business/med...

Alastair Mavor joined a panel to speak to the 2025-26 BIFA Springboard Cohort about closing finance on independent feature films yesterday. Alastair and fellow panellists covered a wide array of topics from recoupment positions to A-list cast deals. Read more: www.leeandthompson.com/news/alastai...

We’re delighted to share that L&T Partner Amanda McDowall has been appointed to the International Trademark Association (INTA) Association’s Rising Practitioners Committee for the 2026 – 2027 term. Read more here: www.leeandthompson.com/news/amanda-...

We're proud to be recognised as operating at the top of our game in Chambers and Partners 2026, with 20 of our lawyers ranked for their expertise. A big thank you to our clients who shared their generous comments with Chambers. Read here: www.leeandthompson.com/news/top-ran...

Limited tickets are still available for the second edition of Publisher Perspectives at L&T on Wednesday 22 October. A day of fresh insights into today's publishing landscape from the sector's trailblazers, including our own Nick Swimer. Secure your spot here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/publisher-...

Our team will be at global electronic music market conference, Amsterdam Dance Event, next week. Get in touch if you'd like to connect.

Congratulations to our clients as production begins on Paul Greengrass' latest film, "The Uprising". We're delighted to have advised on legals on this exciting project and can't wait to see it come to life. deadline.com/2025/10/the-...

Luke Carey and Cristina Comsa stepped onto the red carpet last night for the #LFF gala premiere of “Ballad of a Small Player”. Congratulations to Good Chaos on an excellent film - check it out in theatres and on Netflix later this month.

We’re proud to have signed The Women in Law Pledge — a joint initiative by The Law Society, the The Bar Council of England and Wales, and CILEx — reaffirming our commitment to greater equality, diversity and inclusion across the legal profession.

Film & TV Partner Alastair Mavor was invited to speak on international co-production agreements at the BFI's Global Screen Fund workshop in Belfast last week. Read more here: www.leeandthompson.com/news/alastai...

We're heading to MIPCOM Cannes next week. Get in touch if you'd like to connect.

The 69th BFI London Film Festival opens today! Wishing a good festival to everyone attending screenings in the coming weeks.

We are thrilled to see Amanda McDowall ranked as a “Rising Star” in the newly published 2025 edition of the IP STARS (Managing IP's rankings publication). Read more here: www.leeandthompson.com/news/amanda-...

We’re delighted that L&T music partner Lizzie Payne-James has been nominated in the “Artist Lawyer of the Year” category at this year’s Music Business UK Awards, presented by Music Business Worldwide. Read more here: www.leeandthompson.com/news/lt-lawy...

Earlier this week, Film & TV Partner Luke Carey was invited to speak at Screen International’s “Building on the UK’s Global Success” Summit, in a session called “Ask The Expects: Follow The Money”. Read more here: www.leeandthompson.com/news/luke-ca... #ScreenSummit2025

We’re delighted to have been recognised again by independent legal directory, Legal 500. Rankings aside, we are most delighted with the generous client feedback received and published by Legal 500. Read here: www.leeandthompson.com/news/lee-tho...

Earlier this month, the L&T Music Team booted up and headed to Dorking to participate in the gruelling Music Mudder endurance fundraising challenge, an epic mud run in aid of Nordoff and Robbins. If you can, please sponsor their effort by donating here: nordoffrobbins.enthuse.com/pf/l-t-music...

Huge congratulations to film & TV producer Tobi Kyeremateng on being featured in Screen International's "Stars of Tomorrow 2025" list. Read her profile here: www.screendaily.com/features/sta...

This week at our office, legal experts across our teams delivered a broad overview of the legal fundamentals of today’s TV production life cycle to Pact members, in a breakfast session called “Legal Lens: Before, During & After TV Production”. Read more here: www.leeandthompson.com/news/lt-shar...

We're looking for the perfect fit for our legal administration vacancy. If you're interested in a career in legal administration, or want to step up from a more junior secretarial role, take a look at our job description here: www.leeandthompson.com/join-us/

Last week, the L&T employment team delivered a seminar on the Employment Rights Bill to clients working in in-house HR, People or Legal roles with HR responsibilities. Read our key takeaways here: www.leeandthompson.com/news/lt-brea...

L&T Partner Luke Carey will be speaking at the Screen Summit on Tuesday 30 September, talking about everything you need to know on film financing and cash management, and discussing how UK indie producers can optimise the value of their productions. #ScreenSummit25

It was great hosting our Video Games Cocktail Party once again last week. Thanks to all our clients who braved the tube strikes to join us!

We’re thrilled to see our clients in the spotlight at Zurich Film Festival 2025. Benedict Cumberbatch receives the Golden Eye Award for and ‘The Thing With Feathers’. Colin Farrell is honoured with the Golden Icon Award for ‘Ballad of a Small Player’. www.leeandthompson.com/news/celebra...

Congratulations to our client, Warp Films, along with the entire cast and crew of "Adolescence", as the ground-breaking series took home an incredible 8 awards at the 77th Emmy Awards last night, including a record-breaking win for Owen Cooper. Read more here: www.leeandthompson.com/news/congrat...

L&T Partner Johan Ewing returned from an action-packed weekend at Toronto International Film Festival this week after a brief but memorable trip catching screenings, connecting with clients and soaking up the festival buzz.

Congratulations to our clients as production begins on "Counsels", the new BBC legal drama filming in Scotland. We're delighted to have advised on legals on this exciting project and can't wait to see it come to life. deadline.com/2025/08/bbc-...

Congratulations to our clients involved in Gavin & Stacey, Adolescence and Molly-Mae: Behind It All on their National Television Awards wins last night. We're delighted that the productions, which we had the privilege of advising on, were recognised. www.leeandthompson.com/news/congrat...

It's great to see that Signora Volpe has been renewed for a third season. We are thrilled to have advised on legals, and we can't wait to watch. deadline.com/2025/09/sign...

Following another year of research for the independent guide of advisors Spear's 500, we are over the moon to receive recognition in the Corporate Lawyers Index 2025 for members of L&T's influential Music team, Tim Fowler and Will Everitt. Read more here: www.leeandthompson.com/news/lt-musi...

We’re delighted to share that Lee & Thompson has once again been shortlisted by leading games industry body TIGA as a finalist in the TIGA Games Industry Awards 2025‘s Best Legal Service Provider category. Read more here: www.leeandthompson.com/news/lt-lawy...

We were delighted to host The Writers Lab UK & Europe 2025 at our offices last week, as part of its mission to elevate the work of women and non-binary screenwriters over 40 through learning, advocacy and exposure. Read more here: www.leeandthompson.com/news/lt-host...

A decision of the First Board of Appeal of the EUIPO was annulled by the General Court, which initially concluded a "likelihood of confusion" between EU word mark VERSIONTECH and the earlier, VERIZON. A must-read decision explained by Milena Velikova for CITMA: www.leeandthompson.com/news/in-dept...

Sixteen films we advised on, including "Rose of Nevada", will be screened at the 69th BFI London Film Festival next month. Here's the list of films: www.leeandthompson.com/news/bfi-lon...

Our team will be at Toronto International Film Festival this week. Get in touch if you would like to connect. @tiffnet.bsky.social

After 12 days of walking, climbing and slipping, our Reno Antoniades has completed the Coast to Coast 330km hike, fundraising for Children with Cancer UK. Support Reno's recovery by donating here: www.leeandthompson.com/news...

As Venice Film Festival Critics' Week starts tomorrow, wishing luck to our clients whose films are featured in the programme. www.leeandthompson.com/news/venice-...

Next month on Friday 19 September, our Music Team are booting up and heading to Dorking to participate in the gruelling Music Mudder fundraising challenge, an epic mud run in aid of Nordoff and Robbins. If you can, please sponsor them by donating here: nordoffrobbins.enthuse.com/pf/l-t-music...

Last week, we celebrated South Asian Heritage Month 2025 by showcasing the best of South Asian music, over chai and nibbles.

Our team will be at Edinburgh Festival Fringe Fair on Friday 22 August. Come by their stall for a catch up! @edfringe.bsky.social

Andy Moseby discusses the EU's "second wave" of the AI Act, marking the start of binding obligations for providers of general-purpose AI on 2 August 2025, and its implications for UK businesses operating in an inter-connected digital economy: www.leeandthompson.com/news/long-re...

Andy Moseby explores how the National Security and Investment Act and its treatment of AI could significantly impact transactions involving AI-powered creative businesses in his latest long read. An essential read for founders, investors and M&A advisors: www.leeandthompson.com/news/long-re...

The race for AI supremacy took a decisive turn with the US and China unveiling radically different visions for artificial intelligence governance. Andy Moseby discusses the strategic dilemma the UK now faces to define its competitive position: www.leeandthompson.com/news/long-re...

As AI reshapes the creative industries, a key question emerges: will UK policy protect creators or favour Big Tech? Partner Andy Moseby explores the Government’s stance and what’s at stake for the future of creative rights in his latest piece. Read here: www.leeandthompson.com/news/long-re...

L&T partner Johan Ewing explores why the UK has become an increasingly popular destination for international productions, providing valuable insights for producers and financiers considering UK-based productions and co-production opportunities. Read here: www.leeandthompson.com/news/long-re...

L&T's Rebecca Coleman examines how the UK's new "Less Healthy" Products regime, effective from 5 January 2026, will affect Food and Drink Advertising and what these changes mean for brands, agencies and regulators. Read more here: www.leeandthompson.com/news/long-re...