Best Lawyers in America for Entertainment Law - Theater
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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...
Stephanie Verdoia is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Entertainment and Sports Law. Stephanie practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Stephanie Verdoia 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 Stephanie Verdoia is held by other lawyers.
Doran Satanove is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Entertainment and Sports Law. Doran practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Doran Satanove 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 Doran Satanove is held by other lawyers.
Farrah Vazquez is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Entertainment and Sports Law. Farrah practices law in Los Angeles, California Best Lawyers has recognized Farrah Vazquez 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 Farrah Vazquez is held by other lawyers.
Amelia Garza-Mattia is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Entertainment and Sports Law. Amelia practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Amelia Garza-Mattia since 2025. 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 Amelia Garza-Mattia is held by other lawyers.
Jermaine A. Brookshire, Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Jermaine, 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 Jermaine is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Jermaine is an associate in Herrick’s Corporate Department and a member of the firm’s S...
I am an accomplished Intellectual Property attorney with a strong focus on patent and trademark law. Based in Chicago, I have been dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to a wide range of clients. My experience includes prosecuting trademark and patent applications, offering strategic branding and technology counsel for various business transactions, and representing clients in real estate and contract disputes. As a versatile legal professional, I have also contributed to the fie...
Ava Badie is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Entertainment and Sports Law, Labor and Employment Law - Employee, Labor and Employment Law - Management, Litigation - Intellectual Property and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Ava practices law in Los Angeles, California Best Lawyers has recognized Ava Badie since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition refl...
Paolo De Jesus is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Entertainment and Sports Law. Paolo practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Paolo De Jesus 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 Paolo De Jesus is held by other lawyers.
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 ...
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