Law Firm

Los Angeles, CA, United States

Entertainment (Music) Associate

Attorney

3-6 yrs required

Full-time

No

H1: Century City Entertainment Associate - Music Industry H2: Join Our Specialized Music Team at a Top Law Firm Century City Entertainment - Music Associate Job Description: - Location: Century City, CA - Practice Area: Business & Finance - Entertainment & Media Industry Group - Job Title: Associate - Experience: 3rd-6th year - Date Posted: Jan 01, 2024 - Application Deadline: Sep 06, 2033 Law Firm Overview: - Top law firm with a strong Entertainment and Media practice group - Diverse roster of clients including emerging and superstar-level talent, music companies, investors, and entrepreneurs - Opportunity for high-level transactions and exposure to various areas of the music business Key Responsibilities: - Collaborate on a range of music industry transactions, including recording agreements, music publishing agreements, and digital music licensing - Provide legal counsel on music M&A transactions, including due diligence and preparation of acquisition, sale, and financing agreements Qualifications: - Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school - Active membership in good standing of the California State Bar - 3-6 years of experience in the music business, either in-house or at a reputable law firm - Proficiency in music publishing, recorded music, management, joint venture, sponsorship and endorsement, live touring, and digital music licensing deals - Familiarity with copyright, name/image/likeness/voice rights, and trademark law in the music industry - Experience in music catalog sales and acquisitions preferred Personal Qualities: - Strong judgment and decision-making skills - Excellent oral and written advocacy skills - Ability to work well in a close-knit, high performing team - Proven ability to handle high-level transactions with proficiency and drive - Ambition to become a partner and view this role as a career-defining opportunity Salary Information: - Pay range: $235,000 - $350,000 - Actual pay may vary based on factors such as location and experience Join Our Team at a Top Law Firm: - An opportunity to be a part of a specialized music team in a top law firm - Exposure to high-level transactions and a diverse roster of clients in the music industry - Competitive salary and potential for partnership Don't Miss Out on This Career-Defining Opportunity: - Apply now for our Century City Entertainment - Music Associate position - Deadline: Sep 06, 2033 Reed Smith is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. Century City Entertainment - Music Associate Job Summary: Join our top law firm as a Century City Entertainment Associate and become an integral part of our specialized music team. This position offers the opportunity to work on high-level transactions with a diverse range of clients in the music industry. We are seeking a 3rd-6th year associate with experience in music business and a strong understanding of copyright and trademark law. Key Responsibilities: - Collaborate on various music industry transactions, including recording agreements, music publishing agreements, and digital music licensing - Provide legal counsel on music M&A transactions, including due diligence and preparation of acquisition, sale, and financing agreements Qualifications: - Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school - Active membership in good standing of the California State Bar - 3-6 years of experience in the music business, either in-house or at a reputable law firm - Proficiency in music publishing, recorded music, management, joint venture, sponsorship and endorsement, live touring, and digital music licensing deals - Familiarity with copyright, name/image/likeness/voice rights, and trademark law in the music industry Personal Qualities: - Strong judgment and decision-making skills - Excellent oral and written advocacy skills - Ability to work well in a close-knit, high performing team - Proven ability to handle high-level transactions with proficiency and drive - Ambition to become a partner and view this role as a career-defining opportunity Salary Information: - Pay range: $235,000 - $350,000 - Actual pay may vary based on factors such as location and experience Join Our Team at a Top Law Firm: - An opportunity to be a part of a specialized music team in a top law firm - Exposure to high-level transactions and a diverse roster of clients in the music industry - Competitive salary and potential for partnership Don't Miss Out on This Career-Defining Opportunity: - Apply now for our Century City Entertainment - Music Associate position - Deadline: Sep 06, 2033 Reed Smith is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor.

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to [contact person name] at [email address].

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree, active membership in good standing of the California State Bar, minimum of 3-6 years of experience in the music business, exposure to and proficiency in various areas of the music industry, experience in music catalog sales and acquisitions is a strong advantage.

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Tina Russell
Hiring Coordinator
Reed Smith LLP
355 South Grand Avenue
Suite 2900,
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Phone: 213-457-8000
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