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.
…very supportive while getting on with the job in a very efficient way and handling tricky situations
They were incredibly understanding of our unique needs and collaborated in a very flexible way. I would describe the team as very approachable and capable – they took time to listen to our requirements and made recommendations accordingly.
Simkins is undoubtedly one of the leading music law firms in London. They are regularly in the largest cases for the highest profile clients.
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.
