Michael James
Bio
Michael received his JD from The Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law in 2014. Prior to starting his own practice, he gained experience in a boutique sports and entertainment law firm, where he represented entertainment related companies, entertainers and professionals in the music and film industry.
Michael advises and provides representation to start-up companies and entrepreneurs, a variety of international artists, Grammy nominated record producers, production companies, music publishers and film producers. His practice focuses on corporate and commercial law issues for early stage and existing businesses, structuring, negotiating and closing a range of commercial and capital market deals, and advising clients on a variety of issues, including capital formation.
Michael handles copyright, trademark and other intellectual property matters in the music, film and other industries and also has a beverage industry practice, assisting restaurants, nightclubs, retail, and event planning companies with their state and local licensing requirements.
Michael is admitted to practice in New York, New Jersey and the U.S. District for the Southern District of New York.