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To learn more about Akin’s Media & Entertainment: Transactional capabilities, please visit the Corporate page under the experience section at www.akingump.com.

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What the Team is Known For

Akin is renowned for its film and television financing practice in Hollywood. The team is capable of handling transactions of all sizes, from single-picture loans to asset acquisitions and M&A involving media and entertainment companies. The attorneys predominantly represent lenders active in the entertainment industry, including domestic and foreign banks, investment funds, film distributors and high net worth individuals.

Work Highlights

  • Akin represented Western Alliance Bank as it relates to a $75 million credit facility with Vice Media.

Strengths

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The Akin team has excellent negotiating skills, with highly sophisticated counterparties.

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The team has strong industry knowledge and insight.

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Akin gives expert advice and experience in the film and TV industry.

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The team distinguishes itself through deep subject-matter expertise, commercial pragmatism and institutional discipline.

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The group is fast, flexible and dedicated.

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Notable Practitioners

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Chris Spicer
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Chris Spicer
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Chris Spicer fields significant expertise in entertainment financing, frequently acting for major investors active in the film, television and music sectors.

Chris is a fantastic partner to work with who knows the industry and the players very well.

Chris is an effective, sophisticated and strategic attorney.

Chris always goes above and beyond.

Chris' ability to think like a deal-maker, a CEO, a producer and a financier is what distinguishes him and what makes his advisory services invaluable.

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Alissa Miller
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Alissa Miller
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Alissa Miller has an active entertainment finance practice. She represents banks and other investors as well as production companies.

Alissa is a consummate professional whose expertise, judgment and collaborative approach make her an outstanding partner to work with.

Alissa is very experienced and gives practical advice.

Alissa gives a top-tier level of service.

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Vanessa Roman
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Vanessa Roman
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Vanessa Roman is recognized for her burgeoning practice in the entertainment financing and acquisitions space.

Vanessa is extremely smart and always available.

Vanessa is incredibly knowledgeable.

Vanessa provides excellent customer responsiveness and expertise.

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Ranked Lawyers at
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Chris Spicer
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Chris Spicer
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Alissa Miller
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Alissa Miller
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Vanessa Roman
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Vanessa Roman
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Up and Coming
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