Media & Entertainment

Ken Dhaliwal is based in Toronto, where he is well placed to advise on the financing and structuring of domestic and international film and television productions. His clients include Canadian and international film and TV producers, broadcasters and interactive media companies.

Ken is a very knowledgeable and reliable partner with a great industry reputation. We’re very happy with his service and will continue to use Dentons for future deals because of him.

Ken is a very strong production lawyer.

Ken has a wealth of information and is a really great person who's had our best interest in mind.

Ken is top notch.

Ken is long-established, knowledgeable, dependable and very effective.

Juliet Smith is a highly experienced lawyer in the media sector who is based in Dentons' Vancouver office. She advises Canadian and international film and TV production companies and broadcasters, in addition to assisting financial institutions with media financing issues.

I simply could not have achieved the success that I have without the support of Juliet Smith.

Bob Tarantino is widely recognised by sources for his knowledge of copyright law. He often advises clients on music publishing and rights management in the film and TV production industries. He is of counsel in Dentons' Toronto office.

Bob is excellent for corporate entertainment matters.

Bob understands copyright issues and media law at a deep level. He is a prolific writer and a very solid entertainment lawyer.

Bob is professional, knowledgeable, responsive, thorough, calm and courteous. Truly wonderful to work with.

David Steinberg's practice extends across the gamut of legal issues related to film and television production, including matters of licensing and distribution. He possesses considerable experience in the music industry. He is based in Dentons' Toronto office.

David is an invaluable partner to our company, on both a personal and professional level. I cannot stress enough how much we rely on his guidance and advice on all corporate and production matters.

David is excellent for production acquisition and music law matters.

I can't say enough good things about David - a delight and pleasure to work with each and every time.

Jayme Alter is an increasingly prominent partner in Dentons' media, entertainment and sports practice in Toronto. She advises Canadian and international companies on a wide range of film and TV production matters.

Jayme is the future.

Jayme is great. She is very knowledgeable in a very niche and rapidly changing area and is cost-effective.

Jayme's ability to take complex ideas and distil them into clear and concise mechanisms are unparalleled. She is thought-provoking and proactive, and not afraid to fight the good fight.

I love working with Jayme. I have trusted her since our first meeting and feel that she is really in our corner.

Jim Russell is based in Dentons' Toronto office and frequently advises film and TV production and broadcasting companies on operational and corporate matters. He also assists financial institutions with media financing matters.

Jim is excellent in banking and the overall entertainment industry.

Jim has a strong background in Canadian regulatory matters and has great insight into legal solutions to issues.

Karin Kazakevich is an associate in Dentons' media and entertainment group in Toronto. She advises and represents clients in the development, financing, production and exploitation of film, television and new media projects. She also assists clients with different commercial and intellectual property matters.

Karin has been incredible! She is meticulous and creative, understands our industry and is always looking to make sure that we feel supported.

Karin's attention to detail, dedication and ability to handle complex tasks efficiently have been impressive. She has demonstrated strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of our industry.

Karin has been tremendous to work with. She's incredibly efficient and has always given us great suggestions on any matter we bring to her.