Best Lawyers in California, United States for Entertainment Law - Theater

Jared Brenner is a Senior Counsel of the Firm. Jared advises technology companies and their investors at all stages of growth, on matters including venture capital financings, complex licensing transactions, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, employee compensation, and securities law compliance. He has routinely served as outside general counsel for startups in a variety of industries, including media, education, life sciences, and finance. He also regularly represents entertainm...

Alex C. Spring is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Alex C., who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Alex C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

A native of L.A. and being a musician herself, Amanda really understands her clients’ needs. She is well-suited to advise and represent them in working to maintain their rights and to obtain the best possible outcomes in the course of various transactions. On a day-to-day basis, Amanda manages both clients’ needs and their related projects – taking care of the particulars from intake to closure on virtually all fronts. She helps her clients assess the risks and rewards of po...

Conrad Wilton is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Conrad, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Conrad is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Joel Richert is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Joel, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joel is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jay Jimenez is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Jay, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jay is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Drew H. Washington is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Entertainment and Sports Law and Litigation - Antitrust. Drew H., who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Drew H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Stefan Malkoun is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Stefan, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Stefan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Cydney Freeman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law and Intellectual Property Law. Cydney, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Cydney is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Scott Oranburg represents actors, writers, musicians, directors, producers, production companies, independent studios, and financiers across the full spectrum of transactional entertainment matters. Mr. Oranburg has experience handling complex licenses and acquisitions of content by studios, independent producers, international brands, technology companies, and over-the-top networks, with his diverse practice touching virtually every segment of the entertainment industry. Having previously wo...

Sandra Bignone is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Sandra, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sandra is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Matthew Pangle is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law and Entertainment and Sports Law. Matthew, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Paige Kaplan Randolph is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Paige Kaplan, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Paige Kaplan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Ian Brereton is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Ian, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ian is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Samantha Rifkin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Entertainment and Sports Law. Samantha, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Samantha is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Celina Kirchner is Senior Counsel in the Firm's Business Litigation Practice group. Celina’s civil litigation practice focuses on all areas of business and commercial litigation, with a particular emphasis on digital media, technology, internet, privacy, emerging companies, insurance, breach of contract, fraud, and complex business disputes. In her practice, Celina works closely with business professionals of all levels in order to develop practical strategies for resolving their disput...