Our Entertainment and Media practice group is seeking a 3rd - 5th year Music Associate to become an integral part of our specialized music team in our Century City office. This position offers a tremendous opportunity to engage in high-level transactions with a diverse roster of clients, including emerging and superstar-level talent, boutique and institutional music companies, investors, digital music services, and music business entrepreneurs.
Key Responsibilities Work collaboratively on a range of music industry transactions, such as recording agreements, album clearance work, music publishing and administration agreements, music catalog acquisitions and sales, management agreements, joint venture agreements, sponsorship and endorsements, digital licensing and matters related to copyright and Artificial Intelligence. Provide comprehensive legal counsel on music M&A transactions, including conducting thorough due diligence and the preparation, review and negotiation of acquisition, sale and financing agreements. Qualifications Juris Doctor (J. D. ) degree from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing of the California State Bar.
A minimum of 3-5 years of M&A experience at a reputable large law firm. Experience in music catalog sales and acquisitions is a strong advantage. Personal Qualities Exceptional judgement. Strong oral and written advocacy skills. The ability to integrate seamlessly into a close-knit, high performing team. The drive and proficiency to hit the ground running on various transactions at the highest level. Someone who aspires to partnership and views the role as a career-defining opportunity. Pay Range: $235,000 - $390,000. This represents the presently-anticipated low and high end of Reed Smith's pay range for this position.
Actual pay may vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location and experience. Benefits Include 4 01k Plan Medical Health Savings Account Virtual Health Dental Vision Accident Hospital indemnity Critical illness Life insurance Short term disability Long term disability Flexible Spending Accounts Lyra Health EAP Paid Family Leave College Savings Plan Transportation benefit Back-up Child Care College Coach Pet insurance Paid sick time Vacation time Excess Liability Insurance Additional information on our benefits can be found here: https: //www. reedsmith. com/en/careers/general/us-compensation-and-benefitsref#L8920248
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