Entertainment Law

Curious how you’re all using ai (I didn’t say if) in your work. Is it company/firm sanctioned? Do the clients know? How much editing are you doing? Do you redact client/project info prior to uploading… more

Sad to see so little activity here. Is anyone in this bowl already working in this practice area?

Does anyone have any advice on lateraling into big law for entertainment? I have many years of transactional entertainment experience at a boutique firm in LA representing talent. We do great work and… more

What’s the rep of Nixon Peabody’s entertainment lit group? Saw a job posting and was initially excited, but after an hour of research - looks like it’s a very small specialized group (possibly 2-3 att… more

Aaron Moss leaving GG. Wow. Is the entertainment litigation practice there over?

Any current or former lawyers at Tubi that can speak to their experience?

Are there any entertainment companies that are remote? Husband just got a job that is not in a city with an entertainment presence (at all).

Is it incredibly silly to want to apply to graduate intern roles for industries you really want to work for? I am 2 years out and never had the opportunity to explore entertainment or sports roles bec… more

Anyone have any insights as to Warner brothers discover legal dept? Good culture? Appreciated by business folks? Room for advancement?

Does anyone know which firms represent CAA?

2L with two summer offers. The first is an internship with a well respected news outlet. Bc of financing, it is not likely they will offer a full time job. It is also in another state, so the ability to st… more

What are some great entertainment industry companies to go in-house at? By great, I mean work culture, business outlook, and just happy places to work. Thank you!

2nd year (will be a 3rd year in a few months) at a boutique talent side firm in a HCOL area. What should I realistically be making? Considering making a switch and honestly deciding whether it's j… more

Although the market isn’t great right now, what are some good exit opportunities for someone at a big entertainment law firm practice, without a significant cut in pay? Studios, a big 3 agency, etc?

Roughly what salary should a 6th year litigation attorney be making at a boutique entertainment firm in CA with <35 attorneys? What is the average bonus and increase in base salary each year?

How did folks find opportunities at boutique entertainment firms? Are there niche recruiters in the LA area/did you stumble across job postings? I have been on the lookout via LinkedIn for the last ye… more

I’m thinking about quitting the practice of law and pursuing a creative career. Might try going to film school or getting into an MFA program. Curious if anyone has heard of any lawyers successful doi… more

This bowl seems pretty quiet....just wondering if there's any LA entertainment lawyers in here who'd be interested in meeting up for lunch or dinner. Feel free to DM.

Just applied to a Legal Coordinator job with a well-known event company (EDM space, LiveNation).
A year and some change experience as a paralegal, 2 BA’s and a minor in related fields, 6 years as a tour photographer/tour ma… more

I'm a third year associate that has done general banking work at a big law firm in New York but I want to lateral into doing entertainment transactional work, primarily music leaning. Does anyone … more

Has anyone made the jump from private practice to in house? What are your thoughts? How did it go?

Does anyone have book recommendations on how films are financed?

Saw a posting for DLA’s media and entertainment group. I understand they do more corporate work but for media clients (and do a little traditional entertainment work as well). Hoping to break into the… more

6th year private equity funds associate curious about making a career change and have always been interested in the entertainment industry. Any tips for someone with 0 entertainment law experience try… more

Anyone hiring in the Nashville, TN area?

What are some salary ranges for entertainment lawyers—whether at a big firm, boutique or in house? I know it can vary widely which is why I’m curious.

I’ll start. 4th year, entertainment transactional… more

Paramount Legal Affairs Fellowship - Has anyone done or know someone who has done this fellowship? thoughts?

Is it really worth going in-house at a media & entertainment company, or is it better to stay at a firm practicing entertainment law if you can? There’s obviously likely a pay cut going in-house, but are the … more

I went to law school because I wanted to eventually represent musicians (think bands and singer songwriters). Any advice as to firms that represent major/indie labels in the music industry? I live i… more

In 2022 an acquaintance of mine won a Grammy, and another became the touring manager for a top 10 DJ. Afraid to sound bitter if I post anything like this IRL so here I am...

Was raised in an immigrant … more

Anyone on here actually working in the biz, not looking for job advice, and wants to talk shop? Just curious. Message me.

Current big law 4th year associate (transactional) and have been looking to transition to an entertainment focused role (in house or at a law firm). Im having the most difficulty getting a foot in the… more

Hey yall, considering a switch from my gov litigation job to an entertainment boutique. I know opportunities to retool into entertainment postgrad are rare. However, the boutique only has 2 attorneys … more

Got an offer at a boutique firm, they are offering mid-100k (3 YOE, but I’m retooling). Great opportunity (like, I really love everything about it), and I’m prepared to take a pay cut, but the salary … more

Currently work in-house for a luxury house of fashion brands in NYC and want to make a move to a law firm focused on media, entertainment, technology. I currently handle commercial transactions in the… more