Crossen & Borowsky leverage years of technical expertise in the global media and entertainment industry to advise a network of major international clients. The boutique firm has a depth of experience in advising global studios, including Sony Pictures and Warner Bros., on rights acquisitions, investments, and navigating the specificities of the French regulatory framework and market practices. The team is led by Raechel Crossen and Sophie Borowsky, who are recognised for their 'objectivity and professionalism'. A recent mandate involved advising Sony Pictures on how best to navigate the available distribution and production structures in France, in order to maximise the marketability of its French theatrical pictures.
Testimonials
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- ‘The Crossen & Borowsky team stands out for their warm and humane approach, depth of research and understanding of the complexity of each individual case. Despite being at the top of their game, they constantly engage in updating their skills and knowledge in this ever-changing environment. Their objectivity and professionalism brings added value, and the client feels well treated, understood and protected.’
- ‘Raechel Crossen is a highly experienced lawyer. Her skills enable her to negotiate with the largest media groups with ease and efficiency. She is a great professional.'
Key clients
- Sony Pictures International Productions Inc.
- Warner Bros. Entertainment France SAS
Work highlights
- Advised Sony Pictures International Productions on how best to navigate among the available distribution and production structures in France, and on how to optimize the benefits from the complex French regulations on investment and quota obligations, production and distribution subsidies and media chronology rules, so as to maximize the marketability and attractivity of its French theatrical pictures.
- Advised Access Industries, a leading investor in the entertainment industry, in connection with the negotiation and drafting of its first investment agreement in the French film industry. Advice further included the analysis of the chain of title and the review and analysis of the other investor agreements, including each investor’s financial waterfall.