Lewis Silkin advises StoryFirst on joint venture with Pinewood Group plc

Lewis Silkin has advised StoryFirst PST Limited, the independent media investment company on its joint venture with leading provider of studio and related services to the global film and television industry, Pinewood Group plc.

The deal will see the creation of a new company, Pinewood Television Limited which will principally create, develop and finance high-quality drama and narrative fiction series for television for the international market.

Award-winning producer Helen Gregory will lead the creative process whilst the Board of Directors will comprise Lord Grade, the Chairman of Pinewood Group, Ivan Dunleavy, the CEO of Pinewood Group, and Peter Gerwe and Premila Hoon OBE of StoryFirst PST Limited.

The Lewis Silkin deal team was led by corporate partner Paul Rajput supported by corporate senior associate Sam Pennington. Lewis Silkin has become one the leading converged Media & Entertainment practices in the UK and continues to act as a ‘go to’ law firm for some of the most recognisable, exciting and disruptive companies operating across media and entertainment. The team comprises experts in television, film, mobile, music, radio, streaming and other emerging digital platforms and was ranked as a top-tier practice by Legal 500 2015.

Paul said

“We are proud to have advised StoryFirst on this exciting partnership with Pinewood Group as they look to fill an important gap in the market. The transaction also highlights the depth and breadth of Lewis Silkin’s expertise in the media & entertainment sector and re-affirms our position as leading advisors to some of the industries more prominent companies”.

Peter Gerwe, CEO of StoryFirst, said

“We are delighted to have worked with Lewis Silkin on this key venture for us. Paul and his team were a pleasure to work with and their knowledge of the media & entertainment sphere, coupled with their corporate expertise, really shined through. We will certainly be seeking their corporate expertise as Pinewood Television develops its business.”.

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