Renowned as a go-to advisor for a diverse array of clients, including technology companies, motion picture studios, independent filmmakers, and financial institutions, Akin‘s Los Angeles-based media and entertainment team offers vast experience navigating complex financing arrangements within the industry. Christopher Spicer leads the practice and is well-known for his ability to facilitate high-visibility deals and credit facilities between movie production companies and financial institutions. Marissa Román Griffith specializes in negotiating high-value international financing arrangements for borrowers, financiers, and distributors in the film, television, and digital content spaces.. Alissa Miller and Vanessa Roman also contribute significantly to the team’s strength and depth, with Miller adept at handling deals between independent movie production companies and financial institutions, and Roman focusing on entertainment financings and single project loans. Lauren Epstein is a further name to note and handles private equity-backed and strategic M&A in connection with film and television projects.
Key clients
- American Film Institute
- Bank of America, N.A.
- California Bank & Trust
- CIT Bank
- City National Bank
- Comerica Bank
- Content Partners
- East West Bank
- Fifth Third Bank
- HPS Investment Partners, LLC
- JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.
- Konami Cross Media
- Lyrical Media LLC
- Media Rights Capital
- MUFG Bank, N.A.
- Portfolio Funding Company
- Sister Pictures
- Truist Bank
- XYZ Films
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Christopher Spicer