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Entertainment & Media

The attorneys in Scarinci Hollenbeck’s Entertainment, Media, and Sports Law Group are well-versed in the unique issues and challenges facing those in the entertainment, media, and sports industries.

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Our entertainment attorneys have expertise in areas including literature, fine art, music, television, motion picture, broadcast and cable television, radio, advertisement, and digital technologies. Our entertainment law services include drafting and negotiating agreements for the creation, development, production, distribution, licensing and dissemination of all manner of entertainment content, products and services, such as

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Our Approach

Our attorneys are pioneers and leaders in the field of entertainment law, who have handled virtually every type of transaction that an entertainment or media business may require, including music recording and publishing agreements, producer agreements, music licenses for film and television, artist intra-band agreements, scripted and non-scripted television and film production agreements, on-screen and crew talent agreements for a myriad of media, management agreements, work-for-hire agreements, personal appearance agreements, book publishing agreements, name and likeness, and endorsement agreements.

Sponsorship
Film and Television Production Agreements
Book Distribution Agreements
Sale and Acquisition of Professional Sports Teams
Author-Agent Agreements
Copyright/Trademark Ownership, Registration and Enforcement
Talent/Management Disputes
Co-Promotion and Strategic Alliances
Composer/Music Publishing Agreements
Restraining Orders and Other Types of Litigation
Right to Privacy/Publicity
Tax and Labor Law

Areas of Service

Entertainment In law

  • Our entertainment attorneys have expertise in areas including literature, fine art, music, television, motion picture, broadcast and cable television, radio, advertisement, and digital technologies. Our entertainment law services include drafting and negotiating agreements for the creation, development, production, distribution, licensing and dissemination of all manner of entertainment content, products and services, such as

    • Music recording and publishing agreements
    • Producer agreements
    • Music licenses for film and television
    • Artist intra-band agreements
    • Scripted and non-scripted television and film production agreements
    • On-screen and crew talent agreements for a myriad of media
    • Management agreements
    • Work-for-hire agreements
    • Personal appearance agreements
    • Book publishing agreements
    • Name and likeness & endorsement agreements
    • Content option agreements

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  • Due to the development of new technologies, media companies face new legal challenges. Our media law services include:

    • First Amendment and newsgathering advice and defense
    • Negotiating media rights
    • Unfair competition matters
    • Antitrust issues
    • Privacy issues, including misrepresentation of photographic images
    • Cease and desist notices
    • Regulatory compliance
    • Mergers and acquisitions of media properties and businesses
    • Trademark and copyright registration, licensing, and enforcement

Entertainment In law

  • The firm’s IP attorneys are well-versed in the unique issues and challenges of the sports industry. We serve athletes, coaches, sports agents, sports marketing companies, franchises, esports businesses, and other industry players. Our sports law services include:

    • Contract drafting and negotiation, including licensing, sponsorship, and merchandising agreements
    • Brand protection strategies for professional, amateur, and collegiate athletes
    • Corporate formation and business transaction guidance for various sports ventures
    • Advising Esports companies and players

Attorneys in Action

Our clients are as diverse as our experience. We have represented artists, songwriters, composers, bands, producers, engineers, managers, on-screen talent, models, fiction and non-fiction writers, studios, media production companies, music, recording and publishing companies, television production companies, new media and internet companies in various emerging markets, and non-profit organizations, amongst others. Below is a list of representative clients:

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Attorneys

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Ronald S. Bienstock

Partner

  • Little Falls, NJ
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Jill A. Michael

Partner

  • New York City
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Libby Babu Varghese

Counsel

  • New York City
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Zachary E. Klein

Senior Associate

  • Little Falls, NJ
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Frequently Asked Questions

Different kinds of legal matters require attention from specialized areas of law. You can discover the firm`s practice groups or click here.or if you have no idea where to begin, call 201-806-3364, email info@sh-law.com or click here.

    The firm`s core practices include:

In addition, Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC offers a variety of niche, sub-practice groups you can learn more about here.

The firm has several office locations includingNew York, NYLittle Falls, NJRed Bank, NJWashington, D.C.

It depends on the nature of the matter. Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC represents clients around the world. We service our clients in a large variety of matters. In areas such as Intellectual Property, including trademark, copyright, or patent-related matters, we can service these requests regardless of where our clients are based. However, we predominantly handle legal matters whose jurisdiction is New Jersey, New York, the tri-state metropolitan area, and Washington, D.C. We also have attorneys who are licensed to practice in Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and other states. We recommend calling one of our dedicated staff members who can help identify if we have an attorney at the firm that can assist you. Feel free to reach out to us at 201-806-3364.

Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC routinely serves business owners, corporate entities, leaders, and operators of small businesses and Fortune 500 companies alike.

We are a general practice law firm that services businesses, corporations, and entities. We typically only represent people who own and operate these organizations. However, you are free to call our business development group at 201-806-3364 or email us at info@sh-law.com A member of our group can direct you to an attorney in our firm that may be able to assist.

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Why Choose Us?

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  • Dedicated attorneys

    At Scarinci Hollenbeck, our attorneys are forward-thinking professionals dedicated to the ongoing enhancement of their legal expertise. They stay informed of legal developments, engage in professional bar associations, contribute to legislative initiatives, and actively engage in speaking opportunities—all to provide the highest quality service possible.

  • Strategic Counsel

    In today's dynamic economy, businesses face complex challenges. We understand that these challenges require innovative, multi-faceted solutions. Through a collaborative, cross-practice approach, our attorneys leverage a wealth of experience across various legal disciplines to devise effective strategies tailored to meet our clients’ needs.

  • Proven Experience

    For over 35 years, Scarinci Hollenbeck has offered comprehensive legal services to businesses both locally and globally. Our attorneys draw on extensive industry knowledge, representing clients in sectors such as real estate, entertainment, technology, and energy. We take pride in the successful outcomes we consistently achieve.

  • Client-First Focus

    Our commitment to being a client-first law firm is rooted in open communication, meticulous attention to detail, and adaptability. We work closely with clients to ensure a transparent process, earning their trust through comprehensive guidance. This steadfast commitment is why clients continue to rely on us for their most complex legal challenges.

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