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.