Copyright Solicitors

Copyright in the UK protects original works, such as literature, music, art, software, and film, from unauthorised reproduction or distribution. Unlike patents or trademarks, copyright arises automatically as soon as you create and record your work—no registration is required. Enforcing your rights, however, may involve proving authorship and demonstrating that another party copied or exploited your work without permission.

Christian Browne

Leicestershire LE16 7WB

28 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Chris specialises in corporate, commercial and intellectual property law and is based in our Leicester and Market Harborough office. He advises on mergers and acquisitions and joint ventures, private equity and investments and regularly advises on international transactions....

Peter Fisher

Guildford GU1 2AB

35 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Established in 2014, C P Law Associates have been providing legal services to clients from across the UK. We give our clients personal attention and aggressive representation, with a proven track record of success. C P Law Associates...

Nick Owen

Cardiff CF24 5PJ

34 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Copyright

I have practised for over 30 years as a litigator, primarily in all aspects of civil litigation (as well as family law) but I have also conducted criminal defence work and I was a local authority prosecution solicitor...

Daniel Oakland

London NW8 6AR

35 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Oakland & Co is a firm of solicitors specialising in Employment Law. Daniel Oakland is the Principal of the firm. He is a solicitor and a qualified barrister with nearly 30 years experience of dealing with the full...

Hélène Berard

London NW5 1RD

13 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Hélène Berard, dual qualified solicitor in England, Wales, and France. With extensive experience as a dual qualified solicitor in London and Paris, Hélène now runs Berard & Lovell solicitors, an international commercial law firm. Hélène specialises in advising...

Daniel Oakland

London NW8 6AR

35 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

What does copyright cover in the UK?

Literary works: Books, articles, and other written content (including blogs and social media posts).
Artistic works: Paintings, drawings, photographs, and digital art.
Musical works: Compositions, lyrics, and sound recordings.
Software and databases: Code, apps, and compilations of data.
Films and broadcasts: TV shows, movies, and online video content.

How can a solicitor help with copyright, and what does it cost?

An intellectual property solicitor can:

Advise on ownership and licensing: Clarifying who holds the rights, especially when multiple collaborators are involved.
Draft agreements: Preparing copyright licences and assignments to commercialise works without losing control.
Handle infringement cases: Gathering evidence, sending cease-and-desist letters, or initiating legal action if someone misuses your work.
Defend against claims: Challenging allegations of infringement or negotiating settlements to avoid court.

Costs vary with the complexity of each case and the solicitor’s experience. Many firms charge £150–£400 per hour; however, fixed-fee packages might be available for simpler tasks, such as drafting a licence agreement. An initial consultation—often discounted or free—can help you identify the best strategy, estimate expenses, and protect your creative work more effectively.

Tad Ostrowski

Woking GU21 6BD

25 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Tad is the founding director of Artington Legal and is a senior corporate and commercial lawyer, qualified in England and Wales. Formerly an associate at US and UK law firms in the City of London, and a General...

Charlotte McConnell

Twickenham TW1 4SU

27 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I set up McConnell Law in 2007. I carry out contract and commercial work for a wide variety of clients from small start-ups to PLCs in a wide variety of industries including IT, online platform services, education, fashion,...

Laura Symons

London W10 5AD

13 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Having previously worked at London law firm, Harbottle & Lewis LLP, and on secondment at Virgin Atlantic Airways, I now balance working part-time in-house as general commercial counsel for a publicly listed software company against advising start-ups and...

Emma Wood-Philips

London W10 5AD

11 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

As an experienced commercial solicitor, having previously worked for 9 years at a highly successful FTSE 100 company in London as Senior Corporate Counsel, I joined Lawbite in 2018 for the opportunity to work with a variety of...

Simon Terry

Amersham HP6 6FA

27 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Having started my career in the Commercial Litigation department of one of the larger firms in the City of London I have spent the last 20+ years working both in private practice and in-house, gaining valuable experience of...

5 Solicitors Intellectual Property (Area of expertise might be Copyright)

We recommend contacting one of the solicitors listed below, as their area of practice is relevant to your enquiry.

Lev Klyuvgant

London W1H 6EQ

16 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I spent the past 11 years at the ‘magic circle’ international law firm Linklaters LLP, specialising in commercial disputes as a qualified solicitor. I now run my own generalist legal consultancy called Via Legalis, which undertakes both legal...

Lev Klyuvgant

London W1H 6EQ

16 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Shah Ali

London E1 2LX

13 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I am founding Senior Partner of Waterstone Solicitors and have over 15 years of post qualification experience. I provide advice to both business and and well-known individuals on Immigration, civil and commercial litigation, Property, Wills and Probate, Family...

Eva Cofie

London SE18 6NY

24 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Copyright

I have gained extensive experience, knowledge and skill in my areas of practice since qualifying in 2001. I am focused on achieving the best result for my clients.

Monica BOND

London E14 5AA

24 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Monica Bond is Principal of Bond Solicitors. Monica has a unique combination of skills and experience. She is both an experienced solicitor with more than 13 years in practice and an experienced accountant with over 20 years in...