Ed is a media, entertainment and music lawyer.
He specialises in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and advising on the exploitation and protection of intellectual property rights. He also works closely with the firm’s corporate team advising on corporate arrangements for individuals and SMEs.
Ed’s areas of expertise include entertainment (including music, live events, gaming, publishing, television and theatre), advertising (including branding, market research, sponsorship and endorsement), digital media and technology.
His clients include a number of the world’s most successful artists, bands and DJs, YouTubers, influencers, footballers, chefs, photographers and fashion designers and social media companies, artist managers, record labels and festivals.
Ed is a guest lecturer at Westminster Law School, a member of the International Association of Entertainment Lawyers and speaks regularly on panels and at training events for organisations such as the MMF.
Before qualifying as a solicitor, Ed worked in the music industry as an artist manager and label manager.
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.
Highly experienced operators with the ability to think outside the box.
Our company has benefited from Simkins' erudite advice and support whilst establishing itself.
Ed Weidman is a fantastic lawyer. Knowledgeable, reliable, fair and an excellent grasp of the commercial nuances of a notoriously complicated industry.
Ed Weidman was very helpful in negotiating the right deal for me. Extremely efficient and professional.
Ed Weidman is highly knowledgeable and understands the complexities of recording agreements and any other media-related commercial contracts. If there's anyone you would want in your corner during contract negotiations - Ed is your man!
Ed Weidman worked tirelessly to help us achieve a positive outcome. He was completely knowledgeable about our subject matter and very thorough with his work. I couldn't recommend a lawyer more; he's a very safe pair of hands to look after your needs.
