Best Lawyers in America for Sports Law
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Christopher Weathers is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Christopher, who practices law in Portland, Oregon, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Christopher is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Paolo De Jesus is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Entertainment and Sports Law. Paolo, 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 Paolo is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Ava Badie is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law, Labor and Employment Law - Management, Litigation - Intellectual Property and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Ava, 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 Ava is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Alec Rishwain offers versatility to institutional and sophisticated clients seeking distinguished representation from an experienced complex commercial litigator. His track record includes handling multi-million dollar trade secret claims, representing high-profile figures in the entertainment industry, and prosecuting and defending against severe civil claims such as fraudulent business practices, unfair competition, and tortious interference. He has secured several early dismissals for his ...
Connor Sullivan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Entertainment and Sports Law. Connor, 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 Connor is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Stuart Downey is an associate in the Corporate practice of Paul Hastings and is based in the firm's Century City office. He advises public and private companies, board of directors, special committees, private equity and venture capital firms, entertainers and celebrities in a variety of corporate transactions, including mergers, stock and asset acquisitions and divestitures, minority investments, public and private capital raising transactions, joint ventures, strategic partnerships and cros...
Michael Ling is an associate in the Interactive Entertainment Group. He is listed as a 2023 "Rising Star" in Interactive Entertainment, Intellectual Property, and Technology Transactions by Super Lawyers magazine and was recognized in the 2025 edition of "Ones to Watch" by Best Lawyers in America . Michael represents and counsels many large technology, video game, and advertising businesses on a broad range of commercial and intellectual property matters. He has handled developer and publishi...
Pratik Parikh is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) and Entertainment and Sports Law. Pratik, who practices law in Charlotte, North Carolina, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Pratik is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
With a background in music as a professional film composer, Alex has a unique perspective on creatives’ work, lifestyle, and legal needs. As an attorney, Alex aims to empower creatives to gain deeper understanding and greater control over the business life of their works. Alex is an attorney at Hellmuth & Johnson in the Entertainment Law, Intellectual Property and Business & Corporate Law groups. Alex advises businesses of all sizes in a variety of industries including filmmaker...
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...
Alexandra Badalamenti is an intellectual property attorney whose practice focuses on media and entertainment transactions. Alexandra represents artists, musicians, image creators, and innovators in production, fashion, music, and media. Alexandra counsels her clients on a variety of matters, including brand partnerships, commercial endorsements, music festivals, experiential activations, talent representation, licensing partnerships, and literary publishing.
Vishwanath Mohan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law and Litigation - Intellectual Property. Vishwanath, who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Vishwanath is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
John R. Monterubio Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Entertainment and Sports Law, Insurance Law and Technology Law. John R., who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which John R. 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...
Sarah L. Viebrock is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Antitrust Law, Entertainment and Sports Law and Litigation - Antitrust. Sarah L., 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 Sarah L. 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.
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