|
Engagement |
private equity firm |
diligence of studio target and strategic advice re: auction bid
|
top-tier filmmaker |
serve as expert witness on participation issues in accounting lawsuit |
venture capital firm |
structure early stage investment model for development of cross-platform properties
|
mini-majors and “event film” producers |
complex rights acquisitions of book-to-film franchise properties based on international best sellers
|
mezzanine investor |
gap financing for award-winning independent picture
|
top-tier science fiction author |
statutory copyright terminations
|
co-author / spouse |
advise matrimonial counsel in divorce of high-profile husband / wife creative team
|
risk investors |
serve as advocate in IFTA arbitration of film revenue dispute
|
animation services provider |
negotiate co-financing / animation services agreements
|
independent filmmakers |
serve as producer’s rep for domestic rights and oversee international distribution arrangements
|
European multi-territory distributor |
numerous development / co-financing agreements
|
film library rights owner |
numerous motion picture remake licenses
|
equity financier |
Incentive-driven international cofinancing
|
independent film producer |
negotiate adjustment of insurable losses caused by World Trade Center attack
|
nightclub entrepreneurs |
reality television series agreement
|
reality show format owner |
analyze format infringement claims and provide litigation support
|
international sales agent |
develop market usable short forms
|
major international bank |
workout of non-performing film loan portfolio
|
film production company / studio supplier |
negotiate and administer split rights output deals
|
various film producers including IMAX producers |
sophisticated location agreements including for Niagara Falls stunt
|
mini-major |
purchase high profile remake and sequel rights from bankruptcy estate
|
major international publisher |
negotiation of superhero film rights agreements
|
substantial independent record label
|
securitization-financed label acquisition
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