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Transactional entertainment practice representing record labels, music publishers, recording artists, songwriters, distributors and producers.

New York, New York

Lead transactional outside counsel on U.S. music publishing deals. Handles recording agreements, copyright infringements, litigations and other matters for Payday Records and its affiliated labels.

New York, New York

Represented nationally recognized clients including Grammy-winning recording artists, record companies, music publishing companies, distribution companies, producers and songwriters.

New York, NY

Head of music legal/business affairs for the world's largest toy company. Worked closely with Mattel executives on matters across all Mattel brands (including Hit Entertainment, Fisher-Price, Barbie, Monster High, American Girl and Hot Wheels). Member of high level executive team which spearheaded development of media/marketing/licensing plans/content.

New York City

Headed royalty audit team comprised of attorneys and finance personnel. Was responsible for disposition of over $100 million in audit and breach of contract claims involving superstar recording artists such as The Beatles, Katy Perry, The Beach Boys, Smashing Pumpkins, Blondie, Bob Seger and many others. Directed outside counsel in all phases of.

Structured and negotiated complex domestic and foreign contracts dealing with music publishing and recording deals, intellectual property rights, merchandising, joint ventures and content/brand exploitation. Supervised a staff of attorneys, business affairs administrators and interns. Advised senior management on corporate, deal structure, asset valuation.

Negotiated and drafted licenses and agreements for superstar artists including Jennifer Lopez, Beyonce, AC/DC, Carole King, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash and many others. Was lead counsel on valuation, sell-off and licensing of Sony Wonder video catalog. Provided day–to-day advice to label management on complex business and legal matters including risk.

New York, NY

Represented multi-platinum recording artists, songwriters, producers, engineers and corporate clients in a wide variety of transactions, negotiations and contractual matters. Advised clients on music publishing, catalog acquisition, IP, general corporate and copyright issues.

New York, NY

Negotiated and drafted all types of music publishing agreements and handled major catalog acquisitions for the world's largest music publisher. Headed copyright infringement team which collected millions of dollars in infringement settlements and fees.

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Ba, Summa Cum Laude, History