Temple Bright partners with Shadowbox Studios Shinfield to support world-class film and TV production
25/03/2026
TB has played a key role in supporting the commercial success of Shadowbox Studios Shinfield, the flagship UK studio development of US-based studio owner and operator Shadowbox Studios, reinforcing its position as one of Europe’s leading destinations for film and television production.
Shadowbox Studios operates premium film and TV studio facilities in the US, the UK and the Middle East. Located in the UK, Shadowbox Studios Shinfield, is a world-class studio development near Reading, offering 18 state-of-the-art sound stages and production facilities. The studio’s client roster includes major Hollywood studios and global streaming platforms, such as Disney, Paramount+ and Amazon, alongside leading television production companies.
Supporting a complex, high-growth operation
TB Partner Ben Chivers has worked closely with the Shadowbox team since the UK studios were under construction, drawing on his extensive experience in the film and television sector. He advises on all aspects of the studios’ commercial operations and supports the negotiations with key customers and suppliers.
An embedded, hands-on approach
This highly tailored and hands-on approach has enabled a deep understanding of the commercial and operational needs of the business and the specific legal issues it encounters. Ben operates in partnership with the business, regularly spending time on site at the studios and working closely with the General Counsel and the wider senior management team.
This approach is enabled by TB’s distinctive business model, which allows its lawyers to partner closely with clients. By removing the traditional constraints of billing targets, TB is able to deliver a genuinely collaborative service that prioritises the long-term relationship.
A blueprint for long-term client partnerships
This relationship demonstrates the value of taking a long-term, partnership-led approach to legal support. By investing time, understanding the business in depth and embedding seamlessly with the client team, TB has helped create a model for a productive and collaborative lawyer-client relationship.
This experience provides a clear blueprint for how TB works with ambitious, fast-growing businesses: combining sector expertise, commercial insight and a flexible delivery model to help clients operate with confidence and efficiency.
“We love the hands-on, efficient approach enabled by Temple Bright’s streamlined business model. It means that we get dedicated attention from an experienced partner, Ben Chivers, who has a great deal of experience in our sector and really understands our priorities. Ben is always available to help and is personally invested in making our deals happen.”
Carol Genis, Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel
