Variety’s annual “Legal Impact Report” profiles the top legal practitioners in media and entertainment industries. Working through the pandemic, these top lawyers achieved notable success advising entertainment figures in their endeavors.
In addition to the list of the most impactful lawyers, the publication also recognized junior attorneys on the rise. Litigator Matthew Bernstein received the honor to be included in this year’s “Up Next” portion of the report.
Patricia Glaser is a business trial lawyer who also provides general legal counsel to publicly and privately held companies across a range of industries, including intellectual property, real estate, entertainment, banking and securities. Her clients include Fortune 500 companies, major studios, real estate investors and developers, financial institutions and high-profile entertainers and public figures.
Barbara Rubin is a veteran entertainment attorney who puts her extensive in-house studio business and legal affairs experience to work for writers, producers, actors, directors and small production companies in both reality and scripted television and film.
Jill Basinger is an experienced trial lawyer who has garnered many favorable verdicts. Her drive and creative approach to cases gives her a competitive edge when advocating for her clients — including Fortune 500 companies, entertainers and many high net-worth individuals.
Matthew Bernstein’s practice involves all aspects of complex litigation of business, entertainment, and general commercial disputes, including fraud, breaches of contract, defamation, invasion of privacy, unfair competition, and unfair business practices.
To view the report, click here.