Music Rights Transactions Attorney - New York Job at Direct Counsel, New York, NY

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  • Direct Counsel
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Associate — Entertainment Transactions & Finance (Music Rights Transactions)
Office: New York
Practice: Entertainment & Intellectual Property
Experience: Junior to Mid-Level
Type: Full-Time

Direct Counsel is representing an Amlaw 100 firm seeking an Attorney with a focus on Music Rights Transactions to join its Entertainment Transactions & Finance practice in New York. This role is ideal for candidates passionate about the business of music, entertainment, and intellectual property, with a strong interest in representing recording artists, producers, executives, and leading entertainment brands.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Review and prepare comments on third-party participant agreements for compositions and recorded music (e.g., producer, mixer, featured artist, songwriter agreements, letters of direction, certificates of recording).

  • Draft and revise standard third-party participant agreements and other basic agreements in music, entertainment, and related fields (including publicity and interview releases).

  • Collaborate with attorneys, consultants, and professionals across the entertainment and finance teams.

  • Develop strategic thinking and problem-solving skills in the intellectual property and entertainment law space.

  • Support recording artists and entertainment clients in achieving their creative and business goals.

Qualifications:
  • Bar membership in good standing in the jurisdiction of practice (or awaiting bar results in the jurisdiction where you intend to practice).

  • Experience or demonstrated interest in the music business, entertainment law, corporate law, or intellectual property .

  • Strong analytical, drafting, and communication skills .

  • Passion for supporting artists, brands, and innovators in the entertainment industry.

  • Team-oriented with strong initiative, creativity, and problem-solving abilities.

  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits:
  • $70,0000 - $90,000 per year

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and paid time off .

  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative, high-profile entertainment practice with access to iconic clients and industry disruptors.

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office,

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