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Pernini Legal, LLC

Century City - Entertainment (Music) Associate Attorney

Pernini Legal, LLC, Reseda, California, United States, 91335

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Century City - Entertainment (Music) Associate Attorney

Location: Century City, CA

Our client, a prominent

AmLaw 50

firm, is seeking a dynamic

Mid to Senior-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)>

5-8 years

of substantive experience in

mergers and acquisitions (M&A)

at a reputable large 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 & Benefits

Competitive compensation : Includes an expected base salary range of

$235,000-$390,000 , commensurate with experience and market factors, and eligibility for a discretionary

bonus (link removed)> Comprehensive benefits package : Includes 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 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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