Nick is an expert adviser to a wide array of recording artists, producers, songwriters, social media influencers, and other public figures, guiding them through every aspect of their careers, and navigating the complexities of the full spectrum of music and entertainment industry contracts.
With expertise spanning the music and entertainment industry across the UK, Europe, and North America, Nick also brings a unique insight into the Asian and Australasian markets.
In addition to working as a Partner at Keystone Law in the UK, Nick also works as a Consulting Principal at Keypoint Law in Australia.
Expertise
- Commercial contracts
- Recording agreements
- Publishing agreements
- Producer, mixer and featured artist agreements
- Distribution agreements
- Management agreements
- Merchandising agreements
- Live performance agreements
- Brand, sponsorship and endorsement opportunities
Experience
- Acted for a diverse portfolio of both emerging and established artists and songwriters in their negotiations with all major labels and publishers (Sony, Warner and Universal) and prominent independents.
- Advised a high-profile songwriter in respect of the multimillion-pound sale of their songwriting catalogue.
- Advised an emerging artist from the independent release of their debut recording, to signing a recording agreement with the world’s largest record label.
- Advised a record producer in respect of their work on a multi-platinum hit that broke records throughout the world.
- Advised on the launch of a new record label, and the formation and negotiation of all of its commercial contracts.
- Advised on the sale of multiple high-profile artworks through the use of digital non-fungible tokens (NFTs).
- Acted for a sportsperson in the exploitation of exclusive film footage, leading to the production, distribution and exploitation of a feature-length documentary centred around the footage.
- Advised French and Congolese recording artists Xavier Thomas and Julien-Makarabianko Nzaku Matumona (professionally known as ‘KOKOKO!’) on the negotiation of their new record deal with UK independent powerhouse Transgressive Records
- Advised record producer and songwriter, Konstantin Kersting (producer of one of the biggest records of the last decade – ‘Dance Monkey’ by TONES + I), on a new exclusive publishing agreement with Ultra Music Publishing
Please note: The experience list above may include examples of work completed prior to joining Keystone Law.
Recognition
Recognised by the Legal 500 2025 for Media: Music
Acknowledged by Chambers 2025 as being called upon by artists, producers and managers alike to advise on all manner of issues including commercial contracts, recording and publishing agreements, and live performance.
Recognised in WIPR leaders 2024 as one of the world’s leading intellectual property lawyers.
Recognised by Managing Intellectual Property (MIP) IP Stars as a Notable Practitioner from 2023-2025
Recognised by Chambers UK 2024 for Media & Entertainment: Music: Non-contentious
Recognised by The Legal 500 for Media and Entertainment (2021-2024)
“Nick Weaser is a critical member of our team. He represents our artists exceptionally and his collaborative approach allows us to build robust foundations for our artist’s careers. He offers excellent levels of challenge, advice and support and is respected by our clients. He is our first choice legal rep in the music industry.” The Legal 500 2023
“Nick Weaser is a key part of the team, always on hand to assist and explain, and thorough in his work. Exceptional.” The Legal 500 2022
Career
Nick qualified as a solicitor in 2015. Prior to joining Keystone Law in 2020, he worked at the following firms:
- Clintons
- Reed Smith
In addition to working as a Partner at Keystone Law in the UK, Nick also works as a Consulting Principal at Keypoint Law in Australia.