Century City - Entertainment (Music) Associate Attorney
Pernini Legal, LLC - Reseda, California, United States, 91335
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Location: Century City, CA
Our client, a prominent
AmLaw 50
firm, is seeking a dynamic
Mid-Level Associate Attorney
to join their renowned
Entertainment and Media Practice
in
Century City (link removed) This is a rare opportunity to work with a best-in-class legal team handling groundbreaking music industry deals on behalf of global talent, major industry players, and innovative digital platforms.
Candidate Profile:
JD
from a
top-tier law school
with a
strong academic record (link removed)>
Active Bar Admission
in
California (link removed)>
36 years
of substantive experience in
music law , either
in-house or at a leading law firm (link removed)>
Proven experience advising on a wide range of
music industry transactions , including
recording ,
publishing ,
management ,
live touring ,
joint venture , and
digital licensing deals (link removed)>
Familiarity with
copyright law
(including
termination rights ),
rights of publicity ,
sponsorship and endorsement ,
rights of name/image/likeness/voice ,
and
trademark issues
within the music and entertainment space.
Experience in
music catalog acquisitions and sales
is
highly valued (link removed)>
Excellent judgment, communication skills, and business acumen.
A team-oriented mindset and the drive to contribute meaningfully to a high-performing practice.
Key Responsibilities:
Advise clients on a broad array of music transactions, including recording agreements, publishing deals, licensing arrangements, and endorsement agreements.
Draft, review, and negotiate key contracts related to the development, commercialization, and acquisition of music rights.
Provide strategic counsel on music M&A transactions, conducting diligence and supporting all phases of negotiation and documentation.
Work on matters related to copyright, trademark, AI, and rights of publicity in the music context.
Support artists, executives, entrepreneurs, and companies at all stages of development and across genres and platforms.
Collaborate closely with other attorneys and professionals in a tight-knit and high-energy environment.
Why Join Us? This is more than just a job it's your chance to be part of a top-ranked entertainment law team at the center of the music industry. You'll work on deals for some of the
worlds most influential talent and cutting-edge companies , while honing your skills alongside
industry-leading practitioners (link removed) The Century City office fosters a uniquely tight-knit and entrepreneurial culture, providing
meaningful mentorship and clear pathways to partnership (link removed) For the associate who sees music law as a long-term calling, this is a career-defining opportunity.
Compensation
is
highly competitive , with a base salary range of
$235,000-$390,000 , commensurate with experience. The firm also offers a
comprehensive benefits package
including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) and college savings plans; paid family leave and vacation; wellness and mental health support; and unique benefits such as pet insurance and back-up childcare.
Application Requirements: Interested candidates should submit a
resume ,
cover letter , and
law school transcript (link removed)>
Our client is an
Equal Opportunity Employer (link removed)>
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