Entertainment Law Professionals to Know 2025

Clinton Ford Billups Jr. is an entertainment expert consultant and witness who based on his 50-plus years of experience and specialized knowledge in the entertainment industry advises entertainment industry professionals and their attorneys by evaluating cases, providing expert affidavits, opinions, reports, and depositions, and testifying in administrative or arbitration hearings and in court on entertainment trade customs, usage and practices related to artists, personal managers, talent agents, and others engaged in entertainment, media and the performing arts. Mr. Billupswas elected in 1988 to membership in the National Conference of Personal Managers Inc. (NCOPM), the nation's oldest trade association committed to the advancement of personal managers and their clients. He has served as NCOPM National President since 2002.

I am a lawyer from Long Island NY who has been practicing since 2003 with expertise in NY no-fault, personal injury, and employment discrimination.

With over 15 years of experience as an Internet Entrepreneur and a law degree and license, I bring a unique combination of skills and knowledge to the online business space.

Healthcare and business attorney licensed in California and Minnesota. I'm David ("DJ") Holt, a dedicated Healthcare Attorney and the founder of Holt Law - a boutique multi-state health law firm. I am the "surgeon" of attorneys - focusing on highly specific practice areas that I do very well. Coincidently, I also work with surgeons and medical doctors often! Also, I work well to team up with other attorneys who are the experts in their areas in order to serve as a one-stop-shop for my business-owner clients.

I help you grow your creative business, protect your creations, and build a strong foundation. I add ease to the legalese, so you can focus on what you do best - creating! Are you a creative business that's ready to inject a little ease into the legal aspects of your business? Then let's chat!

As a seasoned marketing and sales professional with over 25 years of experience, I lead two successful companies that specialize in legal marketing: PM2 Digital, The Legal Marketing Company and LA Accident and Injury. My mission is to help law firms achieve optimal online visibility and reach in the competitive and dynamic legal industry.I have developed a comprehensive and data-driven approach that covers both traditional and digital platforms, from brand awareness and content creation to SEO/PPC and lead generation. I deliver results that boost ROI and case intake for my clients while also building long-term relationships and trust. My core competencies include social networking, new business development, and online marketing. I am passionate about helping law firms grow and succeed by leveraging the power of the Internet.

Mathew Kerbis is The Subscription Attorney. He’s on a mission to affordably serve clients at scale via the subscription model and inspire attorneys to abandon the billable hour. He founded the law firm Subscription Attorney LLC after working for private practice law firms for nine years. His firm leverages automations and artificial intelligence to offer more accessible and reasonable prices like legal advice starting at $19.99/month and $49.99/page. Kerbis realized the subscription model could revolutionize the legal profession, so he launched the podcast Law Subscribed to help attorneys make the same choice. He also speaks and writes about how generative artificial intelligence is changing the way law is practiced. Kerbis has presented at ABA TECHSHOW, Stanford’s CodeX online community, several other online publications, and as a guest lecturer for law schools. Kerbis is a James I. Keane Award winner, recognizing innovative virtual law firms that serve the broad middle class, because he “has been a leader in using technology and subscription based pricing models to improve access to justice.” He’s been recognized by the American Bar Association as a Top 40 On the Rise leading lawyer in the Innovation category for “his commitment to making legal services more accessible while maintaining profitability.” Kerbis is a member of the Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System’s Above the Line Network for legal professionals committed to transforming the delivery of legal services for the underserved middle class. He placed third in the Individual category for the American Legal Technology Awards for those who make a positive difference in the world related to legal innovation. Kerbis often presents on the topic of ditching the billable hour for the subscription model using technology. His four CLE courses on Lawline have over 3,000 views averaging 4.9 out of 5 stars, with reviews like, “I like the idea [of] an alternative way for clients to afford lawyer services. I loved his enthusiasm and passion. I think he is onto something great for clients” and "Perhaps the most useful CLE I have ever taken.” Kerbis is a frequent public speaker, and the best place to connect with him is on LinkedIn.

Practicing attorney focusing on estate planning

With over 20 years of experience in media, tech, and law, I represent artists and brands…

I am deeply engaged in the practice of trademark and copyright law, particularly as they intersect with advertising, media, and licensing law. With a Master of Laws degree in business law, my career spans various roles in commercial litigation and transactional law. I have aided clients in securing trademarks and copyrights, reviewing contracts, privacy policies, conflicts of interest, and other compliance issues, and guiding them through the formation and organization of business entities. This diverse background has equipped me with a nuanced understanding of the legal field and has refined my abilities in negotiation, research, writing, and legal interpretation.

Dynamic People & Culture leader for recognizable global brands across a variety of…

I am a trial attorney with a decade of trial and appellate experience. I have tried civil cases to verdict, and I have outstanding knowledge of labor and employment, government contracts, health care regulatory law, and business contracts and litigation matters. I am admitted to the United States Supreme Court, Bar #306043 and the State Bar of California.

We at RTM Law, APC have recovered millions of dollars for victims of car accidents, trucking accidents, fall injuries, injuries at schools, and dog bite incidents. I leverage my skills in financial and economic analysis, negotiation, and litigation to provide insights on how to efficiently resolve legal matters and achieve the best possible outcomes for my clients. As a neurodiversity advocate, I also support and promote the inclusion and empowerment of people with diverse cognitive abilities.

Jeff Burr has been recognized as one of the top tax and estate planning attorneys in Southern Nevada and has been practicing for over 40 years. Through his years of community service and continual hard work, his personal client list contains many of the most prominent families in southern Nevada. Under Jeff's leadership, the firm has received the highest and most prestigious AV rating from Martindale Hubbell. Jeff's community involvement includes having been elected to the Clark County School Board and serving on boards such as the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada, KLVX Planned Giving, St. Rose Dominican Foundation, Nevada State College, The Giving Tree, LDS Philanthropies and others. Jeff has been named by his peers as one of the top estate planning attorneys in Southern Nevada in every edition of Best Lawyers in America.

Jeremy Musgrave advocates for those injured in all types of incidents throughout the state of Indiana. Jeremy graduated from the Indiana University, Robert H. McKinney School of Law and earned a Graduate Certificate in Environmental and Natural Resources Law. Jeremy also has degrees in Finance and Operations management from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University – Bloomington. Before joining becoming an attorney, Jeremy worked in retail management for nearly a decade before making the decision to return to school to earn a degree in law. This has given him real world experience in prioritizing issue solutions and interpersonal relationships. Jeremy enjoys spending time outdoors. He is working towards certification as both an Indiana Master Gardner and an Indiana Master Naturalist and is a novice beekeeper. He has a great affinity for dogs, both large and small, and enjoys spending time with his wife.

Founder and CEO of Ation Law — an international legal consultancy supporting media and tech businesses in 10+ countries. Advises startups and global tech companies on a wide range of post-incorporation legal matters. Gold winner at the Global E-Commerce & Digital Marketing Awards (Outstanding PR Achievement). Named one of the top lawyers in Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) by Pravo-300.

Grew up in Lowell, MA. Joined Air Force at 19. While stationed at Nellis AFB in Las Vegas, NV, met soon to be wife of 20 years Stacy Yakubik. Has three daughters, loves baseball and selling lemonade on the weekends at Celtic Festivals and Air Shows. Earned law degree at the young age of 49.

Over 2 decades in the practice of law.