Our Media, Sport & Entertainment team support UK and international clients across all areas of their businesses.

From the film, TV commercial, promotion or sporting event that everyone sees, to the “behind the scenes” work such as employment, real estatecorporate, immigration, tax and regulatory advice.

Supported by data protection and technology experts, our team are uniquely placed to support you with the challenges that these fast-paced and ever-changing sectors present.

We are preeminent in rights management and enforcement and act for the largest, and often international, media organisations operating in Scotland.

Our full-service offering also allows us to support our clients with key projects such as M&A or financing, as well as any disputes that may arise.

The Burness Paull team is sharp, available and creative. They have so many strengths

Chambers and Partners, 2024

Key Contacts

Burness 5 6 19 Colin Hulme 3834 2025Update

Colin Hulme

Partner | Board Member

Intellectual Property

colin.hulme@burnesspaull.com +44 (0)141 273 6705

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Stephen Farrell

Stephen Farrell

Partner

Real Estate Litigation

stephen.farrell@burnesspaull.com +44 (0)131 473 6153

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Pauline McCulloch

Pauline McCulloch

Director

Dispute Resolution

pauline.mcculloch@burnesspaull.com +44 (0)141 273 6791

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Benjamin McGlinchey

Benjamin McGlinchey

Senior Solicitor

Technology

benjamin.mcglinchey@burnesspaull.com +44 (0)131 370 8979

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Megan Briggs

Megan Briggs

Director

Intellectual Property

megan.briggs@burnesspaull.com +44 (0)141 273 6813

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