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Our corporate team focuses on advising entrepreneurs and SMEs in key sectors on all aspects of public and private M&A and private equity investment, as well as fundraisings and equity capital markets transactions, from flotations and secondary offerings to reverse takeovers in the UK’s quoted markets.

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At Hamlins, we believe cyber security is so much more than a technology issue. It needs to feature at a much higher level within your organisation, as part of the overall business strategy. We can advise on steps to take to minimise the risk of cyber attacks, through to how to contain a live cyber crisis.

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Hamlins have been advising media and entertainment businesses for decades, offering cutting-edge expertise across the industry sectors and legal developments that affect them. We are recognised experts and have a wealth of experience in all areas of the media mix.

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Hamlins’ specialist phone hacking lawyers have enabled numerous clients to pursue successful claims against Mirror Group and News Group Newspapers.

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  • International transfers under the General Data Protection Regulation
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  • CVAs – Deal or No Deal?
  • Update: Can’t Pay We’ll take it Away Claims
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  • Commercial & Tech
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    • We advise on general commercial contracts as well as technology contracts (licensing and development agreements), distribution arrangements, franchising and outsourcing. We have a talented team of lawyers who specialise in understanding the detail of these commercial agreements.

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    • IT and Software Agreements
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    • Outsourcing
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    • Our corporate team focuses on advising entrepreneurs and SMEs in key sectors on all aspects of public and private M&A and private equity investment, as well as fundraisings and equity capital markets transactions, from flotations and secondary offerings to reverse takeovers in the UK’s quoted markets.

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    • Banking and Finance
    • Blockchain and ICO
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    • Mergers and Acquisitions
    • Start Ups
    • Venture Capital
  • Cyber Security and Data Protection
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    • At Hamlins, we believe cyber security is so much more than a technology issue. It needs to feature at a much higher level within your organisation, as part of the overall business strategy. We can advise on steps to take to minimise the risk of cyber attacks, through to how to contain a live cyber crisis.

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  • Intellectual Property
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    • At Hamlins our intellectual property specialists have the technical knowledge and expertise to help you structure, maintain and develop your intellectual property rights.

    • View the overview page
    • Advertising and Marketing
    • Brand Management
    • Copyright
    • Design Rights
    • Domain Names and Disputes
    • Intellectual Property Disputes
    • Inventions and Patents
    • IT and Software
    • Trade Marks and Passing Off
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    • Hamlins Lender Services Department has an enviable reputation in the lending industry. We have worked for many of the UK’s leading mortgage lenders and are a recognised market leader in the provision of legal and regulatory advice to the lending industry.

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    • Hamlins have been advising media and entertainment businesses for decades, offering cutting-edge expertise across the industry sectors and legal developments that affect them. We are recognised experts and have a wealth of experience in all areas of the media mix.

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    • Digital Media
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    • Publishing
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  • Phone Hacking Claims
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    • Hamlins’ specialist phone hacking lawyers have enabled numerous clients to pursue successful claims against Mirror Group and News Group Newspapers.

    • View the overview page
    • Phone Hacking Update
    • Building a Case
  • Real Estate
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    • Our Real Estate Team has the experience to help you complete your property deals efficiently and cost effectively. Whether you’re purchasing, selling or leasing commercial property, as an owner, occupier, lender, borrower, investor or developer, our well-established real estate team can provide expert advice and help.

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In The Press

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New regulator powers to fine businesses who break consumer law

In The Press

Relevant Time Period for MGN Phone Hacking Litigation Extended by 7 years

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Libel Litigation: Alive and Kicking

In The Press

Hamlins walks for justice

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Third party designs – if you have paid, do you own?

In The Press

Hamlins expands international offering with LNI membership

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In The Press

Hamlins to sponsor MIPIM Ladies event, 6 June 2019

In The Press

Hamlins attends LNI Conference 2019

Case Study

The Electronic Communications Code – a Battle of Jurisdiction

In The Press

Hamlins to host the Women in Property’s Networking Breakfast with Emma Cariaga

In The Press

Hamlins’ Laura Daly promoted to Senior Associate in the Dispute Resolution Team.

In The Press

Hamlins’ John Leasure promoted to Partner in the Real Estate Team.

Insight

CMA warns holidaymakers against unfair terms

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Tapir or pig? “Peppa Pig” trade mark succeeds in invalidity proceedings before EU General Court

In The Press

Garage access by foot only may not be a lease defect

In The Press

Christopher Hutchings discusses how to protect corporate reputation in Financier Worldwide.

In The Press

Hamlins settles phone hacking claim against News Group Newspapers for renowned sports agent

Insight

When does Waiver mean Waiver?

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Supreme Court decision – welcome news for agencies seeking commission

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Property in Practice

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Collective enfranchisement – the sky’s the limit

In The Press

Building a Scottish Stock Exchange – Bringing Impact to Capital Markets, 10th April 2019

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Tate Modern privacy case: The art of nuisance

In The Press

Victory for Hamlins’ client as permission to appeal to the Supreme Court is refused

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Making mediation mandatory?

In The Press

Hamlins shortlisted for Law Firm Of The Year at the Music Week Awards 2019

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Brexit: A continuing cause of frustration?

Case Study

Rights of Light

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The Torts (Interference with Goods) Act 1977: Goldmine or Garbage

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Claimant cannot enter judgment after acknowledgement of service is filed late

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News Group Phone Hacking Litigation: A correction from Hamlins LLP

In The Press

The Government proposes a new Housing Ombudsman with financial penalties for Private Sector Landlords and Developers who do not join

Insight

International transfers under the General Data Protection Regulation

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Removing restrictions with ease……?

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Hamlins’ Media team obtain key further disclosure in advance of trial of phone hacking claims against The Sun and News of The World

In The Press

Hamlins and NCP to host joint event at MIPIM 2019

Insight

A stronger case for ‘Cliff’s Law’?

Insight

London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) replacement proposal – points to consider

Insight

Retail Round-Up 2018

Insight

Consultation to amend the Electronic Communications Code giving Operators even greater rights of access to a Landlord’s property

In The Press

Hamlins Real Estate team acts on Liverpool city centre acquisition

Insight

Will we no longer be hearing His Master’s Voice on the High Street?

Case Study

Landmark win in the High Court against Channel 5 for invasion of privacy on the TV show ‘Can’t Pay We’ll Take It Away’

Insight

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In The Press

Hamlins’ client Tie Break Tens returns for new tennis tournament in October 2016

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