Department profile
Katten

Media & Entertainment: Transactional

USA Guide 2026 : California


Katten

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Media & Entertainment: Transactional - California

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Katten has a strong bench of entertainment experts who are active in the film and television industry. The firm's clients also include digital media companies, video game developers and sports teams. The team has experience representing clients on a variety of production, licensing and distribution matters, as well as in M&A and financing transactions.

Strengths

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  • Katten knows the market well and can navigate commercial aspects.

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  • Katten has a great bench with expertise that brings different perspectives.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Michael Hobel
    Band 1Michael Hobel

    Michael Hobel

    Michael Hobel has a wealth of experience negotiating complex production, financing and distribution transactions for clients in the television and film business.
    • Michael provides astute and trusted advice for high level negotiations.

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Ranked Individuals at Katten (1)

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