Vores forretningsområder

Medier og entertainment

Udfordringer og behov

Den teknologiske udvikling betyder, at vi ser en stigning i udbredelsen og brugen af digitale medier – og ikke mindst i køb via disse. Det gælder fx downloads af musik, spil via internettet, online nyhedsformidling og video on demand. I takt hermed øges risikoen for ulovlig udnyttelse med deraf følgende tab for producenter, udgivere og medvirkende kunstnere. Vi ser derfor et stigende behov for juridisk rådgivning i forbindelse med sikring af rettigheder.

Hvordan kan vi hjælpe

Vi har stærke kompetencer inden for alle dele af medie- og underholdningsbranchen og har ikke alene dyb indsigt i branchens kommercielle udfordringer og konkurrencesituation, men også i de mere tekniske forhold fx i forbindelse med filmproduktion. Derfor bliver vi ofte brugt som sparringspartnere. Derudover har vi mangeårig erfaring med at udarbejde og forhandle kontrakter. Endelig tilbyder vi som de eneste et særligt retshåndhævelsesprogram, der indeholder monitorering af markedet, undersøgelser i konkrete sager og retshåndhævelse ved ulovlig udnyttelse.

Blandt vores klienter er fx pladeselskaber, radio- og tv-stationer, bladhuse, agent- og reklamebureauer, kunstnere, filmproducenter og rettighedsorganisationer.

Vi tilbyder rådgivning inden for bl.a.:     
  • Musik, film og spil
  • Tv og tv reklamer
  • Internet
  • Aviser, bøger og udgivelser
  • Sport og sponsoraftaler
  • Koncerter, teatre og events
 
  • Produktion, distribution
  • Udgivelsesaftaler
  • Collecting societies
  • Clearing of rights
  • Merchandising and licensing
  • Ophavsret 

Vores ratings

Chambers Europe Rating 2012

TMT

Bech-Bruun continues to advise its clients on the three different TMT areas, covering matters such as outsourcing, licensing and system integration. The group receives substantial recognition for its work in IT and telecoms. Its impressive client roster includes Microsoft, Accenture, Nordea and GlobalConnect. The firm's merger with Philip brought five additional members to the team, further strengthening its already impressive market position. Sources say: "The team has a very close relationship with its clients, and does everything for them."

Department head Niels Andersen is commended for his client-focused approach. He is well known for his ongoing collaboration with Microsoft. Commentators highlight Arly Carlquist's work in software licensing on behalf of rightholders, and infringement of licences.

Chambers and Partners Europe, TMT

Legal 500 Rating 2012

Media and entertainment

Bech-Bruun’s high-profile clients include Bonnier Publications, Capella Music, Electronic Arts and Universal. Following Denmark’s introduction of new gaming laws, it successfully defended three sports journalists from Viasat Sport, and the chairman of PARKEN Sport & Entertainment and FC København in the Supreme Court. Ole Borch focuses on sports law and sponsorship, while group head Niels Andersen’s clients include The Music Business Organisation. Arly Carlquist, who advises the Danish Game Producers’ Association, and Anders Rubinstein are recommended.

Legal 500, Media and entertainment

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Faglig nyhed 27. juni 2011

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