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Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP

Media & Entertainment: Transactional

USA Guide 2026 : California


Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP

Rankings

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Media & Entertainment: Transactional - California

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Willkie Farr & Gallagher is a well-known law firm in the media and entertainment space in California, recognised for representing clients across the music, social media and film sectors. The firm also shows expertise in its M&A and talent work.

Work Highlights

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  • Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP advised Create on its acquisition of Monstercat.

Strengths

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  • The attorneys at Willkie Farr & Gallagher are academically brilliant, practical and solution-oriented. They bring an enormous wealth of hands-on experience.

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  • Willkie Farr attorneys have good industry knowledge and are both commercial and pragmatic.

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  • Wilkie has been instrumental in some the largest deals in the industry. Their experience and knowledge have been exceptional in every way.

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  • The team is well connected, prompt in its responses and diligent in handling all matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Alan J Epstein
    Band 2Alan J Epstein

    Alan J Epstein

    Alan Epstein has vast experience with corporate transactions, making him a strong choice to handle M&A, joint ventures and financing transactions in the media and entertainment sector.

    • Alan is committed to achieving the most sophisticated deals.

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    • Alan problem solves like no other.

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  • Band 4Steven E Hurdle Jr
    Band 4Steven E Hurdle Jr

    Steven E Hurdle Jr

    Steve Hurdle maintains a strong M&A and financing practice in the entertainment realm. His clients include significant production and distribution companies.

    • Steve is fantastic. He is very responsive and knowledgeable.

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    • Steve is a really good, pragmatic lawyer.

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    • Steve is very hands-on.

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Ranked Individuals at Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP (2)

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