Corner Soul is a boutique arts law firm specialising in music, technology, film and the creative arts industries. Our Partners and Associates are highly experienced and have worked at a global level.
Get in touch if you need advice on contracts, copyright, intellectual property, recording music, publishing, deal making, touring, trademarks, estate management, AI or any other aspect of the music and entertainment industries.
We also provide managerial career guidance and business management advisory services to the entertainment sector to help monetise your creative ideas.
Our Team
Howard Adams
Howard is a corporate and tax lawyer with over 30 years of experience working in London, Sydney, Asia and New York. He was a barrister in the UK, has worked for top tier and boutique law firms and was a partner and principal of Ernst & Young for 20 years.
Howard is the Chair of the Australian Live Music Business Council.
Known for his commercial, practical approach Howard puts his clients first and ensures that they are at the heart of decision making. He is a strong communicator and is able to both simplify legal issues for clients and convey their views effectively in negotiations.
Howard studied artist management and the music industry at Berklee College Boston. He also volunteers on the pro bono scheme For Arts Law. Howard founded Corner Soul to provide Australian clients with an alternative source of high quality affordable commercial advice in the music and entertainment sector.
TROY BARROTT
Troy is an experienced music industry professional, having held senior positions at major record label BMG, managed ARIA and APRA Award-winning artists with his own company Hub Music Group, launched successful music start-ups and led APAC for leading multinational music/tech businesses.
Troy holds a Bachelor of Business degree in Marketing from Charles Sturt University, a Juris Doctor degree from the Australian National University, and was admitted to practise as a lawyer in 2023. Troy is a founding partner and current Head of Business Affairs for Impressed Recordings.
Troy has a passion for deal-making and bringing people together to make opportunities happen. Troy’s commercial expertise and broad experience offer a unique perspective on contemporary legal issues and in particular the intersection of music and technology. Troy's depth of industry knowledge drives superior results and a better experience for his clients.