Best Lawyers in America for Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television
Jess L. Rosen focuses his practice on talent representation, including all facets of transactional entertainment matters in the music, film, television and new media industries. He represents, advises and counsels numerous songwriters, producers, recording artists, actors, writers and executives in all aspects of their entertainment careers. As a professional musician, Jess has a unique perspective and understanding of both the creative and business issues faced by talent today.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, Stanley H. Wakshlag earned his B.A., magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Brandeis University in 1974 and his J.D. from New York University School of Law in 1978. Stanley’s practice has concentrated on class action litigation, securities litigation, director and officer representation, complex business litigation, deceptive trade practices, Securities and Exchange Commission enforcement proceedings, professional malpractice matters, and litigation with the...
Sid Fohrman is a partner in the firm’s acclaimed Entertainment and Digital Media Practice Group and Leader of the firm’s Music Industry Team, and Leader of the firm's Esports Industry Team. Sid provides strategic counsel and transactional support to a diverse client base comprised of public and private companies, on and off-screen talent, artists, influencers, and entrepreneurs across the full spectrum of the entertainment industry, including, music, esports, fitness, sports, tech...
Over the past 25 years, Brian Heidelberger has represented a multitude of the nation’s most revered brands and agencies in the marketing of their products and services. Recognized as Chicago “Lawyer of the Year” in Advertising Law by Best Lawyers and cited by Chambers USA as a “practical solutions-oriented lawyer” and an “expert in the field of advertising,” Brian is sought after by clients for his cutting-edge legal and industry knowledge, responsive...
Katherine Kleindienst is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television. Katherine practices law in Los Angeles, California Best Lawyers has recognized Katherine Kleindienst since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Katherine Kleindienst is held by o...
Steven Marenberg is the Chair of the firm’s Entertainment and Media Litigation Group and the Chair of the Century City Litigation Group. Mr. Marenberg’s practice encompasses a wide range of commercial litigation matters in various industries, with particular concentrations in the areas of entertainment-related litigation, technology-related disputes, copyright, trademark and other intellectual property litigation, and antitrust and business tort disputes. His clients have included...
Robert Pannullo is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Antitrust Law, Entertainment and Sports Law and Litigation - Antitrust. Robert practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Robert Pannullo since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Robert Pannullo is held by other lawyers.
Kaley Sokolowski is an associate in Sterlington’s Corporate and M&A practice, advising clients on a range of domestic and cross-border corporate transactions, joint ventures, co‑investments and corporate governance. Prior to joining Sterlington, Kaley practiced at Sullivan & Cromwell, Gunderson Dettmer and Withers Bergman in New York. Her client base spans public and private companies, family offices, founders, and high-net-worth individuals across sectors including fashion, ent...
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...
Elizabeth B. Moore advises clients across the full spectrum of entertainment, media, and technology, with a focus on helping creators, investors, and companies structure, protect, and scale their businesses. Her work spans music, film, television, publishing, gaming, esports, social media, and emerging digital platforms. Beth regularly counsels clients on entity formation, corporate governance, investment strategy, commercial transactions, and complex contract negotiations. She also manages s...
Nicoleas Mayne is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Corporate Governance and Compliance Law, Corporate Law, Entertainment and Sports Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Nicoleas practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Nicoleas Mayne since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recogniti...
Anthony Lyons is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Entertainment and Sports Law, Insurance Law, Litigation - Labor and Employment and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Anthony practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Anthony Lyons since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in...
Katherine Eissenstat is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Entertainment and Sports Law. Katherine practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Katherine Eissenstat since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Katherine Eissenstat is held by other lawyers.
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