Attorney

This is a Full Time Job

Sony/ATV Music Publishing New York is seeking an Attorney to join our Business and Legal Affairs department.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Draft and negotiate all types of publishing agreements, including co-publishing , purchase agreements, administration agreements, modifications/extensions, etc.
• Respond promptly to requests from various internal and external clients.
• Work with royalty personnel on responses to audit claims. Negotiate and draft audit settlement agreements.
• Work with Sony in-house litigation staff and outside counsel on litigation matters: Review claims, coordinate responses to discovery requests, review answers, motion papers, briefs, etc.
• Work closely with A&R staff on preparation of proposals.
• Prepare and circulate deal approval memos
• Advise internal clients on legal issues and risks, complex agreement structures, approval processes, copyright issues, company policies and procedures, intellectual property and agreement strategy.
• Support the continuous improvement of standard form agreements and legal processes.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned

Qualifications:
• JD degree and must be a member in good standing of the New York bar
• Prior Music Publishing legal experience preferable
• Prior experience negotiating and drafting various types of music business agreements
• 2 years minimum post graduate relevant experience
• Excellent business judgment and strategic thinking
• Exceptionally organized, meticulous, and detail-oriented
• Team player with ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to handle high volume of transactions and interact with various departments
• Ability to consistently work under pressure in a professional manner; excellent problem solver
• Ability to use analytical thought process to make fast paced decisions
• Ability to effectively interact and communicate at all levels including Sr. Management, A&R staff, and Artists/Writers/ Lawyers/ Management
• Must Love Music!

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, legally protected physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, status in the U.S. uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information or membership in any other legally protected category.