Best Lawyers in America for Entertainment Law - Theater
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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.
Michael W. Goldman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Entertainment and Sports Law. Michael W., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Adrineh Shakelian is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Adrineh, 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 Adrineh is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Attorney Semaj Garrett is an exceptional advocate who strives for favorable outcomes and profoundly understands her clients' emotional journey. She combines her empathy with a tenacious drive, earning a reputation for being charming and focused. Semaj’s confidence in handling simple and complex legal matters and her clients’ and colleagues’ trust in her commitment to success ensure a supportive and understanding legal experience. Semaj’s approach is unwaveringly center...
April Hua is an associate in the Entertainment practice group. She counsels clients on various transactional matters in the film and television, influencer, music, live entertainment, and advertising spaces. My focus I focus on transactional matters for entertainment industry clients, including actors, musicians, talent management companies, brands, startups, and influencers. In my current role, I leverage my background as an entertainment and intellectual property litigator, helping clients ...
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 ...
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...
William Craver is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law and Intellectual Property Law. William, 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 William is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Amy Bickersteth is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Amy, 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 Amy is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Adam I. Dale is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Antitrust Law, Entertainment and Sports Law, Labor and Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Antitrust. Adam I., who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Adam I. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Mark Hamilton Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Entertainment and Sports Law and Intellectual Property Law. Mark, who practices law in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mark is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Darbie Tamsett is a transactional attorney who practices in the areas of corporate, real estate, and entertainment law. Darbie focuses her practice on issues faced by corporate clients, closely held businesses, investors, and high-net-worth individuals, in acquisitions, dispositions, and transactions. Darbie’s experience includes the general representation of start-up and existing companies, stock, real estate and asset acquisitions and dispositions, exploitation and protection of intel...
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