O'Melveny & Myers LLP

O'Melveny & Myers LLP acts for a wide range of high-profile clients in traditional entertainment matters, such as IP and contractual disputes, but have also displayed the creativity to capitalize on critical contemporary points of law. Recently, the group has expanded into work relating to the strike down of affirmative action, as well as matters dealing with increased discrimination and misconduct. The firm displays its litigatory prowess by handling a genuine breadth of cases and tailoring solutions to the specificities of the entertainment industry. In Los Angeles, Molly Lens chairs the group and represents Hollywood heavy weights in high-stakes copyright and employment matters. Also, in LA is Daniel Petrocelli, who has successfully acted for every form of entertainment contributor, from artists to tech giants, in a range of disputes. From the New York office, Leah Godesky has made headlines for her work relating to the MeToo movement. The LA practice also includes Tim Heafner and Megan Smith - Heafner is noted for his work on novel profit participation issues and risk mitigation, whilst Smith is an experienced trial lawyer with expertise in complex contractual and estate claims.