Best Lawyers in America for Entertainment and Sports Law
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Vera Serova is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Entertainment and Sports Law. Vera, 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 Vera is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Michelle Davis is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law and Technology Law. Michelle, who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michelle is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Heidi R. Thole is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law and Intellectual Property Law. Heidi R., who practices law in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Heidi R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Claire is a member of the firm’s litigation practice group. In 2020 she earned her J.D., from S.J. Quinney College of Law graduating with High Honors. While in law school Ms. McGuire had the honor of representing the University as a member of the national moot court team and was recognized as one of the best oralists in the region. Her peers also elected her to represent the law school as a Senator in University wide student government. In 2014 Ms. McGuire received her B.S. with honors ...
Marissa Mulligan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Marissa, 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 Marissa is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Gabriela Wolk is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Antitrust Law, Entertainment and Sports Law and Litigation - Antitrust. Gabriela, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gabriela 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...
Ari Solotoff is an entertainment lawyer with extensive experience counseling clients across all aspects of the entertainment, music, and arts industries. As Leader of the firm’s Entertainment, Media, & the Arts practice group, he represents clients who are consistently recognized for their work in music, film and television, literary publishing, podcasting, and the visual and performing arts. Drawing on his professional background as an arts executive, Ari delivers clear and practic...
Neha Vyas is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Antitrust Law, Entertainment and Sports Law and Litigation - Antitrust. Neha, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Neha is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Emilee Sisco is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Emilee, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Emilee is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Ashley R. Yeargan is a partner at Russ August & Kabat and a member of its Media & Entertainment and Litigation & Trial groups. She has represented a variety of clients in the media and entertainment industry, including actors, directors, writers, producers, musical artists, managers, small studios, production companies, and video game companies. Ashley focuses her practice on matters involving defamation, rights of privacy and publicity, copyright and trademark infringement, and b...
Sarah Burns is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Sarah, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sarah is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Justin Maio is an associate at Russ August & Kabat, where he is a member of the firm’s intellectual property group and mergers and acquisitions group. His primary practice is focused on trademark prosecution and brand development, but he is also a key team member in patent, copyright, and trademark litigation matters. Justin has experience litigating contract disputes, complex commercial disputes, and business torts as well. On the corporate side, Justin primarily focuses on conduct...
Baron Ojogho is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Baron, 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 Baron is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Madison Smiley is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law and Intellectual Property Law. Madison, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Madison is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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