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Media & Entertainment: Regulatory - District of Columbia

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What the Team is Known For

Latham & Watkins LLP has a respected regulatory and transactional practice in DC that is bolstered by the firm's nationwide presence. The firm is called upon to secure sensitive regulatory approvals in large-scale M&A involving businesses in the media and entertainment sector. Its clients include production companies, cable operators and industry associations. Standout litigation capabilities make it a strong choice for regulatory enforcement proceedings.

Work Highlights

  • Latham & Watkins LLP represented Skydance Media in its merger with Paramount Global, as well as the Ellison family and RedBird Capital Partners in their acquisition of National Amusements, which owns the controlling interests in Paramount Global.

Strengths

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Latham & Watkins gives prompt, practical and business friendly legal advice.

Media & Entertainment: Regulatory respondent
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Latham & Watkins is very comfortable in complex and evolving areas of the law.

Media & Entertainment: Regulatory respondent
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Latham & Watkins' team is highly skilled, knowledgeable and well attuned to our experience and needs. Its attorneys are trusted advisors.

Media & Entertainment: Regulatory respondent
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Latham & Watkins is fabulous. The team's depth of knowledge in all areas as well as the depth of bench stands out, as does its ability to factor in practical business considerations.

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Notable Practitioners

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Matthew Brill
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Matthew Brill
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Matthew Brill is well versed in handling regulatory and litigation matters on behalf of clients in the telecommunications and media sector.

Matthew is an absolute rockstar. He has been incredible in helping us get through complicated issues and his advice is indispensable.

Matthew is very smart and understands our needs. He provides very practical guidance.

Matthew is an exceptional lawyer who not only understands the law but understands the potential business implications of it, too.

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Sy Damle
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Sy Damle
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Sy Damle is recognized for his deep expertise in copyright matters. He is particularly active on behalf of clients in the music industry.

Sy excels because he understands his clients and the market. He's positioned himself as an expert, sees all sides of the situation and mediates to an equitable place.

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Latham & Watkins LLP

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Sy Damle
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Sy Damle
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Matthew Brill
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Matthew Brill
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