LAWYER PROFILE
Vanessa Roman

Vanessa Roman

USA 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

Vanessa advises financial institutions, content creators and distributors on the production, financing and distribution of film, television, digital media and music projects. She helps clients navigate industry developments such as streaming platforms and emerging technologies, leveraging deep sector relationships to support efficient transactions.

Career

Vanessa is recognized as a leading entertainment lawyer by respected industry directories and publications, including Chambers USA, The Legal 500, The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, the Los Angeles Business Journal and the Los Angeles Times.

Professional Memberships

Board of Directors, FEME (Female Executives in Media and Entertainment)

Personal

J.D., University of Southern California Gould School of Law, 2011; B.A., University of California, Los Angeles, 2008

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Media & Entertainment: Transactional - California

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Individual Editorial

Vanessa Roman is recognized for her burgeoning practice in the entertainment financing and acquisitions space.

Strengths

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  • Vanessa is extremely smart and always available.

    Media & Entertainment: TransactionalChambers Guide to the USA
  • Vanessa is incredibly knowledgeable.

    Media & Entertainment: TransactionalChambers Guide to the USA
  • Vanessa provides excellent customer responsiveness and expertise.

    Media & Entertainment: TransactionalChambers Guide to the USA

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