Media & Entertainment: Litigation
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Provided by Jenner & Block LLP
Jenner & Block’s Content, Media & Entertainment practice unites a set of highly skilled and nationally recognized lawyers who use their legal experience and business savvy to help content providers succeed. Whether they are known as premier copyright or trademark lawyers, experienced advisors on First Amendment or right of publicity issues, business litigators, dealmakers, or something else, these lawyers have one thing in common: They understand the highly complex and constantly changing challenges distinct to companies in the content, media and entertainment industries. Our strength comes from our attorneys' passion for the industry, the fact that our long-term clients are currently, and have historically been, at the forefront of the legal and business issues confronting the industry, and the collaboration among our multidisciplinary team members. We have recently handled some of the most important content protection matters facing the media and entertainment industry. These groundbreaking cases are changing law and impacting the way business is conducted and content is delivered. In addition, we have a rich history of handling some of the most important online copyright cases of our time, starting with the seminal Napster case.
Chambers Review
Jenner & Block LLP is an established entertainment firm renowned for its depth and geographic coverage. It is regularly engaged in some of the biggest copyright, licensing and right of publicity disputes affecting the entertainment sector. The firm's attorneys are also experienced in handling profit participation claims. The team's clients include leading broadcasters, record companies, movie studios and other corporations, as well as individuals involved in the entertainment sector.
Work Highlights
- Jenner & Block represented NBC Universal in a trademark infringement lawsuit, regarding former NBC shows 'The Office' and 'Friday Night Lights'.
Strengths
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"The litigation team quickly understands nuances in the idiosyncratic nature of Hollywood."
"They are a sophisticated litigation team who understands business needs and concerns."
"Jenner consistently exceeds the bar when it comes to analyses of complex legal issues and practical guidance in navigating those issues."
"The litigation team quickly understands nuances in the idiosyncratic nature of Hollywood."
"They are a sophisticated litigation team who understands business needs and concerns."
"Jenner consistently exceeds the bar when it comes to analyses of complex legal issues and practical guidance in navigating those issues."
Notable Practitioners
Andrew Thomas is particularly adept at handling intellectual property disputes as part of his impressive entertainment litigation practice. He is frequently called upon to represent major motion picture studios and television networks.
"He is a brilliant, talented and incredible lawyer. I only have the best things to say about him."
"Andrew is a great copyright lawyer."
"He has very strong knowledge of the subject matter."
David Singer is co-chair of the firm's national content, media and entertainment practice. He has significant experience handling commercial and intellectual property disputes for clients in the media, entertainment and technology sector.
"David is thoughtful and pragmatic. He seeks to understand client needs and expectations."
"David is smart, incredibly hard-working and has incredible attention to detail."
"He is a great entertainment lawyer who knows his way around the industry, is able to give practical advice and is a great litigator too."
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Jenner & Block LLP
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