Based in Los Angeles, the Latham & Watkins entertainment practice group is well-versed in a variety of matter types, including trial and appellate litigation, regulatory matters, and defamation cases. Marvin S. Putnam is co-chair of the firm’s entertainment practice, and represents clients such as entertainment companies, investors, producers and talent, both at trial and in the appellate courts. He also works providing prepublication advice for news outlets. Jessica Stebbins Bina represents clients in contract disputes, tort claims, and IP litigation across a range of industries, including television, film, radio, and digital industries. Robert Ellison brings experience representing high-net-worth individuals in litigation, alongside internet companies and sports franchises. Laura Washington represents entertainment and media clients in litigation and manages crisis response and internal investigations.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Client satisfaction: NPS ®
Key clients
- Camping World, Inc.
- Netflix
- Endeavor Group Holdings
- MGM
- Miramax Film NY, LLC
- Thomas Brady
- Gisele Bundchen
- Lawrence Gene David
- Mercedes-Benz Grand Prix
- Monumental Sports
- Furia eSports.
Work highlights
Represented Netflix in the ongoing proceedings of a defamation lawsuit in relation to the 'Baby Reindeer' TV series.
Represented Endeavor Group Holdings in a dispute with a plaintiff claiming to be responsible for the key ideas underpinning Endeavor’s initial public offering, securing a win.
Represented the National Association of Broadcasters in a case involving the 'Webcasting VI' proceedings.
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Practice head
Marvin S. Putnam
Other key lawyers
Jessica Stebbins Bina; Robert Ellison; Laura Washington