Business & Legal Affairs Attorney
Lionsgate
Santa Monica, CAThis is a Full Time Job
Attorney, Business & Legal Affairs Job Details | Lionsgate
Summary of Position
The Attorney, Business & Legal Affairs position requires a talented individual who will handle a variety of business & legal affairs responsibilities in supporting the Global Products and Experiences and Corporate Legal groups.
Responsibilities
• Draft and negotiate a variety of agreements related to ancillary exploitations, including those relating to consumer products, video games/interactive ventures and live & location-based entertainment.
• Draft and circulate other legal correspondence (e.g., letters and notices to external parties, etc.) and agreement summaries.
• Conduct legal review of creative materials for ancillary exploitations and the marketing thereof, including advising on clearances, talent obligations, guild considerations, etc.
• Review and summarize rights and talent agreements related to motion pictures and television programs, analyze legal risks, and develop solutions to mitigate potential challenges.
• Coordinate input on a variety of legal, financial, business, and creative matters across various internal departments at the studio.
• Trademark and copyright work, including as it relates to registrations and coordinating internally on enforcements.
Qualifications and Skills
• JD degree and admitted to practice law in the State of California
• 3 years of legal experience at a motion picture or television company or a major entertainment law firm
• Extremely detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to multi-task and excel in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• We are looking for an adaptable, problem solving, creative and critical thinker who embraces new challenges with a positive, enthusiastic outlook.
Nice to Haves
• Curiosity for emerging technologies (e.g., AI, crypto) and willingness to try new things
• Ability to provide thoughtful suggestions for improving team efficiencies
• Good understanding of the entertainment industry and current industry news/events
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, etc.)
Additional Requirements
This position requires five (5) days per week in office.
Salary/Benefits
$95,000 - $100,000 /year USD
Benefits
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) company matching
Perks
• Work/life balance
Additional Information
Lionsgate (NYSE: LION) is one of the world’s leading standalone, publicly traded content companies, encompassing diversified motion picture and television production and distribution businesses. The company boasts a world-class portfolio of valuable brands and franchises, a talent management and production powerhouse, and a film and television library with over 20,000 titles, all driven by a bold and entrepreneurial culture.
