Glaser, Garvis Wright, Baum and Gerchik Honored in Variety’s 2023 “Legal Impact Report”

Glaser Weil is proud to announce Patricia L. Glaser, Kerry Garvis Wright, Andrew Baum and Julie Gerchik have been recognized in Variety’s “Legal Impact Report.” The annual list profiles the top entertainment and media attorneys in the country and highlights their groundbreaking work across the industry.

This year’s report spotlighted four Glaser Weil litigation partners who have handled some of the most high-profile matters in the industry this year. They represent a stellar client roster and have established a premier market reputation for their strategic and tenacious efforts.

Glaser Weil’s litigation successes have long influenced the entertainment industry, and the Firm continues to set precedents for Hollywood’s ever-evolving legal landscape. The firm is especially experienced in litigation arising out of the development, financing, production and distribution of entertainment properties; profit participation disputes; copyright and trademark litigation; and both litigation and internal investigations involving allegations of sexual harassment and other workplace conduct or employment-related claims.

Our 2023 honorees are:

Patricia L. Glaser, chair of the Firm’s Litigation Department. Patty tops the short list of trial attorneys in the nation who are sought after for high-stakes litigation. Her clients include Fortune 500 companies, major studios, investors and high-profile entertainers and public figures.

Kerry Garvis Wright, partner and chair of the Firm’s Employment Department. A fierce, sharp, and dedicated advocate, Kerry employs her strategic approach to litigation to gain significant trial and arbitration victories for her entertainment clients.

Andrew Baum, partner. Andy is a vigorous advocate for his clients. He has successfully litigated and resolved bet-the-company disputes for a wide variety of entertainment businesses and high-net-worth individuals.

Julie Gerchik, partner. Julie brings the exacting skill required to effectively handle all types of social media, entertainment and cutting-edge technology and media disputes, and also regularly represents companies/studios and high-profile individuals in the entertainment industry — particularly when confidentiality is paramount.

To view Variety’s 2023 “Legal Impact Report,” click here.