Christopher Chatham at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP leads high-profile entertainment deals across media, licensing, and consumer ventures. Recent matters include brokering Logan Paul’s Max reality series Paul American, managing his Prime beverage brand and podcast expansions, and launching LUNCHLY in collaboration with major influencers. Chatham also structured deals for Alan Chikin Chow’s content and label partnership with HYBE America, and secured Glen Powell’s Smash Kitchen exclusive launch with Walmart.
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Key clients
- Logan Paul
- Alan Chikin Chow
- Chris Williamson
- Gabriel Macht
- Morgan Stewart McGraw
- Kyla Scanlon
- Ashley Iaconetti
- Crystal Hefner
- Ella Rose
Work highlights
Represented Logan Paul in a landmark deal with HBO MAX to launch the reality series Paul American in March 2025. Also advises Paul on business ventures including his PRIME energy drink brand, the Impaulsive podcast, and the LUNCHLY product collaboration with MrBeast and KSI.
Represented Alan Chikin Chow in forming the HYBE AMERICA x AU label with HYBE America, launching a co-ed pop group and scripted TV series. Also facilitated Chow’s transition of Alan’s Universe to The Roku Channel and Tubi, pioneering creator-driven scripted content in mainstream media.
Represented Smash Kitchen, a clean condiment brand, in its exclusive deal with actor Glen Powell and Walmart, launching nationwide in April 2025.