Latham & Watkins (London) LLP

Latham & Watkins (London) LLP has a strong international presence, aiding clients with cross-border multinational deals in the media and entertainment sector. The team is adept at handling a wide range of transactions, including M&A, joint ventures, investments, and dispositions for media clientele. The team is jointly led by Rachael Astin and Patrick Mitchell who are both well-versed in corporate media issues; Astin centres her practice on advising US studios and international TV groups on transactional issues such as mergers, licensing deals and investments, while Mitchell predominantly advises broadcasting and media companies, including sports governing bodies, on media rights transactions.