Patterson Belknap attorneys have deep experience with the legal, financial, and commercial issues central to our media and entertainment clients’ operations. We represent some of the largest and leading names in the industry, including major media companies, broadcast and cable networks, cable operators, production companies, publishers, providers of educational content, and well-known entertainers in sophisticated and high-profile matters. Our deep industry knowledge facilitates the development of optimal litigation strategies, innovative transaction structures, and tailored solutions to support our clients’ unique business needs.

Interdisciplinary Offering

We advise media and entertainment clients across a wide range of commercial litigation matters, including copyright, trademark, advertising litigation, First Amendment, libel and slander, rights of privacy and publicity, and other intellectual property disputes. As trusted advisors to key industry players, we also handle highly sensitive internal and government investigations. Our attorneys’ experience with the media business extends to a variety of commercial matters, including acquisition and dispositions of media companies and assets, licensing, affiliation agreements, non-competition agreements, confidential disclosure, and idea submission agreements. We also handle a broad range of intellectual property issues, including copyright and trademark registrations.

Industry Distinction

Our Media and Entertainment practice is consistently recognized in Chambers USA. The guide notes that Patterson Belknap “is known for the quality of its ‘exceptionally high-profile work’ for music companies, radio and television networks, cable operators and production companies.” The guide has also stated that "[t]his team 'consistently delivers high-caliber work,' which attracts long-standing clients. The team consists of 'smart and aggressive litigators who deliver excellent results time and time again' and ‘the lawyers are incredibly practical and great at constructing a water-tight defense."