Best Lawyers in America for Entertainment and Sports Law
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Dionne Gordon is counsel to the Entertainment group and has a range of experience in entertainment transactions and production. She specializes in unscripted television, entertainment news, talk shows and live productions for both broadcast and cable television. Ms. Gordon is recognized in Variety ’s 2023 Legal Impact Report for her work in Entertainment law. Additionally, The Legal 500 lists her as a “Key Lawyer” in Media & Entertainment for 2023 and Best Lawyers in Ame...
Gabriel Alonso is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law and Real Estate Law. Gabriel, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2027. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gabriel is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Amelia Garza-Mattia is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Entertainment and Sports Law. Amelia, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Amelia is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Andrew Richman supports all aspects of entertainment, media, sports, advertising and technology transactions, and provides advice on intellectual property (IP) issues. His creative approaches help clients confidently pursue partnership opportunities that generate innovative campaigns, materials and activations. With a business-focused approach, Andrew assists advertising and marketing agencies, sports agencies, production companies, esports apps, brands, individual talent and creators in brin...
Robert Pannullo is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Antitrust Law, Entertainment and Sports Law and Litigation - Antitrust. Robert, 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 Robert 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.
Doran Satanove is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Doran, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Doran is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Katherine Eissenstat is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Katherine, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2027. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Katherine is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Anthony Lyons is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Entertainment and Sports Law, Insurance Law, Litigation - Labor and Employment and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Anthony, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Anthony is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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