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Media & Entertainment: Litigation

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What the Team is Known For

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP has a renowned group of litigators consistently engaged in high-stakes litigation for an enviable client roster made up of entertainment, media and technology companies. The firm is capable of handling a broad range of matters, including contractual, accounting and intellectual property disputes, as well as profit participation litigation. It offers additional strength in First Amendment litigation.

Work Highlights

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  • Gibson Dunn represented NBC Universal Music in a private arbitration, defending their client against allegations of breach of fiduciary duty and fraud.

Strengths

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"The Gibson Dunn team is phenomenal. They are great writers and oral advocates who provide great client service and a sense of comfort."

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"They are all empathetic to our needs, very knowledgeable, professional, responsive and great to deal with."

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"They have top-notch strategic vision and a very deep bench."

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Notable Practitioners

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Scott Edelman
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Scott Edelman
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Scott Edelman enjoys a strong reputation for his top-flight representation of clients in the entertainment industry. He continues to handle high-profile profit participation and copyright disputes.

"Scott is an excellent trial lawyer and brilliant strategist."

"Scott is a smart, strategic attorney and a great oral advocate. He's great in strategy and the big picture."

"He is the preeminent lawyer for litigation cases. He is effective and superb in addressing the merits of a case."

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Theodore J Boutrous Jr
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Theodore J Boutrous Jr
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Theodore Boutrous is a renowned First Amendment litigator. He often represents high-profile individuals and news organizations in defamation and reporter's privilege disputes.

"He is a rock star."

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Ilissa Samplin
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Ilissa Samplin
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Ilissa Samplin shows considerable strength in complex entertainment disputes as part of her broader litigation experience. She represents significant studios and technology giants.

"She is an experienced litigator in media, as well as being an excellent writer and great communicator."

"She is a rising star."

"Ilissa is superb on her feet in front of judges and a great cross-examiner. She works succinctly, without resorting to unnecessary jargon."

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Ranked Lawyers at
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Theodore J Boutrous Jr
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Scott Edelman
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Scott Edelman
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Ilissa Samplin
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Ilissa Samplin
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