About Us

Since our inception in 1999 we have specialised in all areas of the media and entertainment industry, including entertainment law, advertising law, sports law, and commercial law, and are accordingly recognised both locally and internationally as South Africa’s leading entertainment law firm.

Our broad and in-depth knowledge and understanding of the unique challenges of the entertainment industry, enables our lawyers to provide comprehensive and practical legal advice that is not only cost-effective but designed to add commercial value to our clients.

We pride ourselves on our long-standing representation of some of the biggest and most influential role players in the entertainment industry, from US studios, streaming platforms and broadcasters, to multinational banks and film financiers, to international and local producers, to sales agents and distributors.

From the drafting of basic contracts to negotiating complex entertainment-related deals, our team has the track record to add the most value to your matters.

Meet the Team

"Irish MacLeod is an anchor and cornerstone in the industry. Through their hard work, they have built a name for themselves in the industry. They have a love for film, and this shows in their commitment to helping their clients succeed in what they do. They help young producers understand the commercial and business operations of the industry, the importance of understanding profits, their rights, and selling their films. Not only are they lawyers, but they are also creatives. They understand and are able to put themselves in the producer’s shoes while still standing strong on the knowledge they have about entertainment legalities."

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Some of Our Most Recent Acclaimed Work

Our extensive client base includes studios, financiers and predominant local producers, who consistently appoint Irish MacLeod Inc. as their South African legal counsel.