Media & Entertainment: Advisory
USA Guide 2024 : New York
Band 3
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ArentFox Schiff LLP fields a strong team with a particular focus on music transactions. The team advises recording artists and music publishers, among others. Drawing upon its strengths in intellectual property, the firm frequently handles copyright transactions, as well as advising on talent agreements, royalty rate-setting and catalog acquisitions.
Work Highlights
- ArentFox Schiff represented BMG Rights Management in the purchase of Paul Simon's royalty income from Simon & Garfunkelrecordings.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm has an excellent grasp of complex issues."
"The firm has an excellent grasp of complex issues."
Notable Practitioners
Matthew Finkelstein centers his practice on intellectual property, including copyright, within the entertainment sector. He is particularly active representing clients in the music industry on transactional matters relating to music catalogs and royalty streams.
"Matthew is insightful, thoughtful and attentive to client needs and has a very sharp mind."
Ross Charap is a seasoned entertainment attorney, advising on copyright and infringement matters, with a particular focus on representing high-profile clients in the music industry.
"Ross is a great litigator."