Mid-Level Film/TV Entertainment Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a qualified Mid-Level Film/TV Entertainment Associate Attorney with 3-4 years of experience to join their team in New York City. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in handling a diverse range of film, television, video game, and audio-related legal matters, contributing to the success of the firm's entertainment law practice.

Duties:

• Manage small to mid-sized legal matters with moderate partner supervision.
• Handle portions of larger, more complex entertainment industry matters.
• Prepare, review, and negotiate acquisition, development, production, distribution, and financing agreements (debt and equity) for film, television, new media, and audio projects.
• Conduct due diligence investigations of entertainment industry assets.
• Provide legal advice on intellectual property rights relevant to the entertainment industry.
• Participate in negotiations and settlements related to entertainment transactions.

Requirements:

• Admitted to the Bar in California or New York.
• 3-4 years of relevant experience in entertainment law.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage legal matters with moderate partner supervision.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Bar admission in California or New York.

Skills:

• Comprehensive knowledge of entertainment law, with a focus on film, television, video game, and audio-related legal issues.
• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating a variety of entertainment-related agreements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently when required.
• Exceptional time management skills to handle multiple matters simultaneously.

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.