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Greenberg Glusker LLP

Media & Entertainment: Litigation

USA Guide 2026 : California


Greenberg Glusker LLP

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About

Provided by Greenberg Glusker LLP

We are recognized as having the nation’s premier entertainment litigation practice. Our lawyers’ results in high-stakes and high-profile lawsuits command the respect of judges, arbitrators and potential opponents. Our attorneys are forceful, experienced advocates who have established important legal precedents in the entertainment industry. 

Our extensive experience includes:

  • Film, television, digital content, music, video games, interactive gaming, sports, theatre, and photography.
  • High-profile copyright and trademark matters for studios, independent distributors, production companies, video game publishers, and individuals.
  • Celebrity and talent defamation, profit participation, invasion of privacy and right of publicity, credit and creative approval matters.
  • Studios and independent production companies in connection with contractual disputes that arise through the production, licensing and distribution of motion pictures and TV, actor and producer disputes, and royalty audits.
  • Interactive gaming publishing and development in connection with video games and mobile applications.
  • Technology firms, start-ups, influencers, and e-sports athletes in licensing and other contractual disputes.
  • Musicians and their estates in connection with contractual and intellectual property matters, as well novel areas of product branding and brand protection.
  • Right of publicity, privacy and First Amendment issues in connection with docudramas and biopics.

Chambers Review

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Media & Entertainment: Litigation - California

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Greenberg Glusker Fields Claman & Machtinger LLP has a highly respected litigation team capable of representing talent as well as corporate clients in a wide array of disputes, including intellectual property, contractual, accounting and defamation litigation. The team represents video game and digital media companies, in addition to its long-standing expertise in film and television. The firm acts on behalf of the estates of musicians, writers and producers in disputes about the ownership and exploitation of content.

Work Highlights

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  • Greenberg Glusker LLP represented Kelcie Stranahan, who was sued in Los Angeles Superior Court by a production company for breach of contract and fraud.

Strengths

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  • Greenberg Glusker consistently demonstrates expertise in navigating complex matters.

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  • The team's commercial acumen is impressive. The group demonstrates a deep understanding of company goals and market dynamics that it translates into thoughtful, results-oriented actions.

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  • The team has a keen attention to detail and response to urgency.

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  • The team is exceptional at identifying issues and providing timely, organized solutions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Bonnie Eskenazi
    Band 2Bonnie Eskenazi

    Bonnie Eskenazi

    Bonnie Eskenazi has a strong track record of handling sophisticated disputes for clients in the film industry, including copyright and profit participation matters.
    • Bonnie is an exceptionally intelligent individual, as well as an excellent problem solver.

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    • Bonnie has strong legal expertise paired with sound judgment and a collaborative mindset.

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    • Bonnie adds tremendous value to every project she touches.

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Ranked Individuals at Greenberg Glusker LLP (1)

California

Members

Provided by Greenberg Glusker LLP

  • Steven Stein

  • Ira Steinberg

  • James Molen

  • Julia Haye

  • Elisabeth Moriarty

    Head of Department

  • Ricardo Cestero

  • Pierce O'Donnell

  • Emily Avazian

  • James Hill

  • Vishwanath "Vish" Mohan

  • Eric Sefton

  • Vera Serova

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