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SagePaths

Entertainment Attorney

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$175K/yr

... music, digital media, and hospitality industries on a wide range of transactional matters. Key ... deals, licensing contracts, and publishing agreements * Counsel clients on rights acquisition ...

Fox Point Recruitment LLc

Litigation Attorney

Rochester, NY · On-site

$125K - $149K/yr

Juris Doctor (JD) and active license to practice law in New York State. * 3-5 years of litigation ... The city features a thriving arts and music scene, diverse dining, nearby Finger Lakes wine country ...

Paisley Park

Attorney

Chanhassen, MN · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Provide legal counsel on contracts, business transactions, partnerships, sponsorships, licensing ... Experience in entertainment, music, media, hospitality, tourism, or cultural institutions.

Paisley Park

Attorney

Chanhassen, MN · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Advise on intellectual property matters, including trademarks, copyrights, licensing, and brand ... Preferred QualificationsExperience in entertainment, music, media, hospitality, tourism, or ...

Paisley Park

Attorney

Chanhassen, MN · On-site

Provide legal counsel on contracts, business transactions, partnerships, sponsorships, licensing ... Experience in entertainment, music, media, hospitality, tourism, or cultural institutions.

Weight Watchers

VP, Assistant GC - Marketing

OR · On-site +1

This role requires a business-minded attorney who can balance legal risk with commercial objectives ... Advise on rights clearances, music licensing, image and name and likeness use, and content ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for music licensing attorney in the United States is $98,330.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Entertainment (Music) Associate Attorney

Los Angeles, CA

Direct Counsel
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 1 - 10 employees
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$260K - $390K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Direct Counsel is seeking an Entertainment (Music) Associate Attorney (Mid-to-Senior Level) to join a leading national firm in Century City.

Overview
Direct Counsel is recruiting an experienced entertainment/music associate attorney to join a high-performing music transactions team. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated matters for a broad range of clients — including emerging and superstar-level artists, boutique and institutional music companies, investors, digital music platforms, and music-focused entrepreneurs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft and negotiate recording agreements, publishing and administration deals, management agreements, catalog acquisitions, joint ventures, sponsorship and endorsement deals, and digital licensing agreements.

  • Provide counsel on music-related M&A transactions, including diligence and preparation, review, and negotiation of acquisition, sale, and financing documentation.

  • Advise on issues involving copyright and emerging technologies, including AI.

Qualifications

  • JD from an accredited law school and active California bar membership.

  • 3-6 years of experience, ideally with M&A work at a large firm

  • Experience with music catalog sales and acquisitions strongly preferred.

  • Excellent judgment, strong written/oral communication skills, and the ability to integrate into a collaborative, high-performing team.

  • Ambition for long-term growth and partnership track.

Compensation
The anticipated compensation range for this role is $260,000 – $390,000, depending on experience and location.

Benefits
Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, 401(k), paid family leave, paid time off, flexible spending and health savings accounts, mental health support, transportation benefits, childcare support, and optional supplemental insurance programs.