The team at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP has continued to build on its music expertise by shifting focus to artists and talent management clients, for whom it handles contract, profit participation, and IP disputes. As well as in the courtroom, the group has achieved success in strategic negotiations that promote ongoing business relationships and avoid publicity or industry embarrassment. Robert Jacobs chairs the team and specializes in significant, complex litigation involving talent agencies, artists, and corporations. Nathaniel Bach is well acquainted with the intricacies of IP litigation and also handles contractual disputes for entertainment clients. Sarah Moses is respected for her litigation skills and is currently representing Logan Paul in a high-profile class action matter relating to the influencer’s online NFT videogame.  
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  • ‘Robert Jacobs makes Manatt unique and is qualified to handle any litigious matter on behalf of music industry clients.’

  • ‘Robert is first class and keeps his clients informed at all times. He staffs and manages matters brilliantly. Simply put, results driven.’

  • ‘Legally very sharp and strong, absolute trust that litigation is in the best hands.' 

Clients clés

  • BMG Rights Management
  • Diplo
  • Logan Paul
  • EMI Entertainment World
  • Hugh M. Hefner Foundation
  • Estate of Pop Smoke

Avocats

Les grands avocats du marché

Avocats associés reconnus parmi les leaders du marché par leurs pairs et leurs clients, régulièrement présents dans les grands dossiers dans lesquels ils sont au premier plan.

Robert Jacobs

Les grands avocats de demain

Jeunes associés disposant d’une reconnaissance montante sur le marché, jouant régulièrement un rôle clé dans des dossiers majeurs.

Nathaniel Bach

Responsable de la pratique

Robert A. Jacobs

Autres avocats clés

Nathaniel Bach; Sarah Moses