Best Lawyers in America for Sports Law
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Kaley Sokolowski is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Entertainment and Sports Law. Kaley, 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 Kaley is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Walter F. Metzinger III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation, Entertainment and Sports Law and Litigation - Securities. Walter F., who practices law in New Orleans, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Walter F. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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...
Sarah Levitan Perry is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Entertainment and Sports Law and Litigation - Intellectual Property. Sarah Levitan, 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 Sarah Levitan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Samantha Rifkin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Entertainment and Sports Law. Samantha, 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 Samantha is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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.
Jared Brenner is a Senior Counsel of the Firm. Jared advises technology companies and their investors at all stages of growth, on matters including venture capital financings, complex licensing transactions, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, employee compensation, and securities law compliance. He has routinely served as outside general counsel for startups in a variety of industries, including media, education, life sciences, and finance. He also regularly represents entertainm...
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 ...
Mark H. Rogge is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Mark H., who practices law in Mountain View, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mark H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Alexandra Perloff-Giles is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Alexandra, 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 Alexandra is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Emilee Sisco is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law. Emilee, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Emilee is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Stephen Chuk is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Entertainment and Sports Law. Stephen, who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Stephen 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.
Scott C. Cutrow is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Entertainment and Sports Law and Intellectual Property Law. Scott C., who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Scott C. 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...
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.
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