Art Law Studio is a specialist London law firm advising artists, advisors, collectors and dealers on contracts, disputes and other matters. We work closely with fellow experts worldwide to protect our clients in a dynamic, fast-paced, global market.

We have deep experience advising clients across the art market, including with respect to the sale and purchase of works of art, both privately and at auction; consignment, commission, loan and representation agreements; disputes, for example over the authenticity or ownership of works of art, between artists and galleries, with auction houses or arising from gallery insolvency; legacy and estate planning; the negotiation of loans using art as collateral; and on copyright, insurance, risk management and regulatory issues. As one of the only law firms in the world with a total focus on the art market, we are well positioned to advise our clients on their most important art matters and work hard to offer insightful advice that adds value and is cost-effective.

When advising on transactions, we adopt a commercial, solution-driven approach to mitigate risk whilst getting the deal done. Where disputes arise, we aim to resolve them promptly and discretely. If litigation cannot be avoided, we fight hard to win, mindful always of our clients’ objectives and the inherent risks and costs of litigation.  We closely monitor art disputes worldwide and can always identify the most suitable barristers or foreign lawyers to assist with the specific matter at hand based on their expertise, experience and fee level.  

Our total independence, specialist focus and trusted network of fellow experts allows us to assemble the best team to meet our clients’ objectives in the most efficient manner. We are deeply sensitive to our clients’ need for privacy and never seek to promote ourselves based on their profile or success.