CMS

CMS handles a mix of corporate and commercial matters for national and international broadcasters and production companies. Broadcasters regularly turn to the team for advice on carriage negotiations with platforms, as well as electronic programme guide deals and content acquisitions. The group also has a strong presence in TV rights transactions, and sector-related M&A and joint ventures. Co-head Paul Guite routinely assists with high-profile commercial and corporate transactions in the film and television sectors, while fellow co-leader Victoria Gaskell advises production companies and distributors on regulatory and transactional issues. Rebekah Hayes is noted for her specialist expertise in production finance, acting for producers and financiers.