Media & Entertainment: Litigation

About

Provided by Winston & Strawn LLP

For decades, Winston has filled a unique niche in the media and entertainment industry, and we continue to be at the forefront of today’s most important and challenging cases. Our interdisciplinary team advises some of the world’s most prominent industry players—studios, production companies, entertainers, artists, athletes, other celebrities, and other sector participants—in connection with the disputes and deals that are moving this dynamic industry forward. Our team is widely recognized for our litigation and counseling experience related to the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, including a series of landmark victories for internet service providers (ISPs) and other digital media companies—wins that continue to shape the law governing technology-driven media content. We also handle disputes related to patent, trade dress, and advertising, as well as issues relating to film and television distribution agreements and licensing, anti-piracy and copy protection, and rights of publicity/owners’ rights.

Areas of Focus:

• Capital Markets, M&A, Private Equity & Finance
• First Amendment Law
• Intellectual Property & Entertainment Litigation
• Licensing, Contracts & IP Transactions