Commercial

We are experts at drafting, advising on and negotiating the commercial contracts that drive our clients' businesses and are ready to help solve the complex legal issues that our clients face.

Key contacts
Overview

Our commercial practice is at the heart of the firm's business.

Contracts are at the root of our work in this area, and our lawyers are experts in drafting, advising on and, if necessary, litigating commercial contracts of all kinds.

We have a wide range of experience in all commercial contracts, with particular expertise in advising on contracts for the acquisition, protection and exploitation of rights. Our lawyers combine a sound grasp of the technicalities of contract law, intellectual property and finance with an extensive understanding of business. With this knowledge, we bring great value to our clients by helping them shape and steer commercial deals.

Expertise

Our areas of expertise include the following:

  • Supply of services
  • Supply of goods
  • Supply of digital content
  • Distribution
  • Agency
  • Franchising
  • Licensing
  • Sponsorship
  • Trade finance
  • Intellectual property
  • Copyright
  • Trade marks
  • Data protection
  • Privacy and e-privacy
  • E-commerce
  • IT and software

KEY CONTACT

KEY CONTACTS

Our lawyers have in-depth commercial expertise and deliver high-quality, pragmatic and commercial advice.

Block quote
Source
The music team at Simkins is extraordinary in providing a holistic understanding of the legal aspects as well as best practices in the music industry.
Legal 500
They take a sensible pragmatic approach to a contentious situation. Their legal analysis of the issue is good and they provide a number of options to me as the client as to how to move forward.
Legal 500
Simkins are one of the leading specialist firms in music. They have an excellent team, with deep industry knowledge and a thorough understanding both of their clients’ needs and the specialist areas of law involved.
Legal 500
Block Quote
Source
Always had a 100% great experience with Simkins. Superb attention to detail and you come away with a sense of confidence and security in the deals that give great comfort and freedom to move forward.
Chambers & Partners
The culture of the firm is very much about providing excellent client service and it has a high level of sophistication when working on a transaction.
Chambers & Partners
Euan Lawson (also known as “the legend” amongst clients) is measured, level- headed, fair, and creates a collaborative commercial environment for parties to achieve their goals. Working with Euan brings peace of mind, from both legal/commercial perspectives.
Legal 500

News & Insights

Software

“Free software” activist wins libel claim over alleged responsibility for harassment campaign

TV remote

Film and TV Briefing: Friday 23 January 2026

Film set

Lucasfilm strikes back – no unjust enrichment from “resurrecting” Grand Moff Tarkin

Recording desk

BBC and YouTube in talks over landmark content production deal