Calum is an Associate in the Commercial group, having joined the firm as a Trainee in September 2016.
Calum’s practice areas include music, publishing, television and film, where he advises clients on the protection and exploitation of intellectual property rights. He also advises on private company transactional and advisory work.
Before joining Simkins, Calum graduated from the University of St Andrews in Philosophy. Alongside his studies, he managed an events business, working closely with recording artists and booking agents.
Calum also has experience in music publishing and marketing.
High standards, good, transparent communication between team members, excellent understanding of the issues, plus a can-do attitude. Part of the firm’s culture is an awareness of cost, and the farming out of work to the most reasonably-priced resource.
They are very commercial, really understand our business and can apply the law practically in line with our business goals.
They are great - we can rely on them to be responsive and do extremely high-quality work
