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DLA Piper LLP (US)

Advertising: Transactional & Regulatory

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DLA Piper LLP (US)

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Advertising: Transactional & Regulatory - USA - Nationwide

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper LLP (US) is recognized for its ability to support major corporations and leading agencies in both routine and complex transactions, as well as in navigating regulatory compliance. The team has significant experience advising clients on the structuring and negotiation of agreements, rights deals and sponsorship arrangements.

Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper represented TCL Industries in structuring and negotiating its long-term Olympic Program partnership agreement with the International Olympic Committee and the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, securing exclusive global sponsorship rights in its category across two Olympic quadrennia.

Strengths

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  • DLA Piper is a strategic partner. The team is sophisticated, smart and brings a wealth of industry experience.

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  • The team provides accurate, timely and practical counsel that is digestible to any level of stakeholder.

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  • The team always provides timely advice that is actionable for the business.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Benjamin R Mulcahy
    Band 2Benjamin R Mulcahy

    Benjamin R Mulcahy

    Benjamin Mulcahy of DLA Piper LLP is especially active in marketing issues arising in the entertainment sector. He is retained by blue-chip media, tech and sports clients.
    • Benjamin always makes himself available and, most importantly, understands the reality of our business, constraints and senior leadership demands.

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    • Benjamin is an amazing leader, and we are fortunate to work with him.

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    • Benjamin is one of the best strategic legal partners to have across complex, fast-moving projects. He is a solution-minded legal professional who always delivers.

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  • Band 3Stacy Marcus
    Band 3Stacy Marcus

    Stacy Marcus

    Stacy Marcus is known for counseling clients in the advertising sector on labor issues, including collective bargaining with SAG-AFTRA. Her expertise also includes negotiating talent agreements and celebrity endorsements.
  • Band 4Melissa Reinckens
    Band 4Melissa Reinckens

    Melissa Reinckens

    Melissa Reinckens regularly advises clients in high stakes advertising disputes, offering strategic counsel on issues ranging from false advertising and trade mark infringement to regulatory compliance and class action defense. She brings extensive experience representing clients before key industry bodies including the FTC and NAD.

    • She is competent, agile and highly diligent, with a deep command of the subject matter.

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    • I thoroughly enjoy working with Melissa thanks to her responsiveness, attention to detail and consistently efficient approach.

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    • Melissa is highly effective, knows the case law well and is thoughtful about case strategy.

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  • Band 4Michael Isselin
    Band 4Michael Isselin

    Michael Isselin

    Michael Isselin aptly assists clients with promotions and commercial licensing issues, as well as talent agreements and advertising campaigns mandates. He notably represents marketing and talent agencies.
    • Michael is incredibly knowledgeable and has an amazing presentation style. He is a true leader.

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  • Associates to watchJames Stewart
    Associates to watchJames Stewart

    James Stewart

    James Stewart, an associate at the firm, expertly advises on major transactional and regulatory mandates in the advertising space. These include sponsorship agreements and influencer marketing issues.

    • James is tactical, smart and has an exceptional ability to read the room.

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    • He is a true partner and feels equally invested in the success of each project.

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    • His knowledge of these areas is unmatched, and he delivers exceptional product and value for clients.

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