Euan Lawson

Partner

Euan Lawson is a commercial lawyer and Managing Partner at Simkins.

He specialises in media and entertainment law with a particular emphasis on the music, live events, and new media industries. He advises on contractual and copyright issues and works closely with the firm’s Corporate team on acquisitions and joint venture arrangements in the media sector.

Euan also has a particular interest in the taxation of entertainers and sportsmen, and regularly advises on withholding taxes, residence and domicile issues, and the recognition of royalty and other IP-related income.

His clients include major UK publishers, music libraries, major and independent record companies, live music promoters, and Hollywood studios as well as individual entertainers, managers, executives and entrepreneurs. He writes and speaks regularly on copyright and tax law.

Euan has been ranked Band 1 in the Chambers UK Guide for many years. He is described as a “go-to adviser on complex music industry issues” with “decades of experience” across “a broad spread of work”.

Euan is also recognised in the Legal 500 UK 2025, which commends his “open minded view of transactions” and his “wide ranging advice across a host of specialisms”.

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Simkins have an excellent media practice constantly evolving with the changes in our industry.
Legal 500
Simkins provides a great range of experience and skills within the division so all areas of film production are covered.
Legal 500
High standards, good division of practices. In addition to the firm’s specialities, it acts as a “one-stop shop” where sensible so that the client can simply pick up the phone and get things done.
Legal 500
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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
Euan has a fascinating client list, has decades of experience in the music industry and handles a broad spread of work. He is my go-to adviser on complex music industry issues.
Chambers & Partners
Euan has a great reputation across the industry. He is not fazed by anything; nothing surprises him or puts him outside his comfort zone. He is very commercial and responsive.
Chambers & Partners
Euan is a fantastic lawyer and true expert in commercial or corporate matters related to music.
Chambers & Partners
Euan is an industry legend and there is no matter that Euan cannot advise on. He is an industry veteran an can guide you through any situation.
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