Mid-Level Film/TV Entertainment Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm specializing in entertainment law is seeking a Mid-Level Film/TV Entertainment Associate Attorney with 3-4 years of experience. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of film, television, new media, audio, and general entertainment transactions, demonstrating expertise in acquisition, development, production, distribution, and financing agreements. The attorney will be responsible for due diligence investigations of entertainment industry assets and providing valuable advice on intellectual property rights relevant to the industry.

Duties:

• Prepare, review, and negotiate various entertainment agreements, including acquisition, development, production, distribution, and financing agreements.
• Conduct due diligence investigations of entertainment industry assets to assess legal risks and provide strategic advice.
• Effectively manage small to mid-sized matters with moderate partner supervision.
• Take responsibility for portions of larger, more complex matters within the entertainment law practice.
• Provide insightful legal analysis and advice on intellectual property rights in the entertainment industry.

Requirements:

• Admitted to practice law in the state of California or New York.
• 3-4 years of relevant legal experience in entertainment law.
• Proven ability to manage legal matters with moderate supervision and handle portions of larger, complex cases.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the California or New York State Bar.

Skills:

• Comprehensive understanding of entertainment law, focusing on film, television, new media, and audio.
• Proficient in preparing, reviewing, and negotiating various entertainment agreements.
• Strong analytical and legal research skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational and time-management abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently when necessary.

Job Location: Los Angeles, CA.

Commitment, value, excellence, and professional development draw associates to this AmLaw100 firm. This firm has been ranked regionally and nationwide for its vast array of varied practice groups, particularly its corporate practice. Associates are drawn to the collaborative effort at this firm, describing their colleagues as ?patient and willing to teach.? Additionally, the efforts the firm makes to develop careers is appealing to attorneys at this firm. The firm puts emphasis on its diversity, as well as its pro bono requirement hours. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.