Entertainment Industry Expert Witnesses

The many facets of the entertainment industry may become the subject of litigation. In a business involving many stages, departments, and occupations, the likelihood of legal issues is high. With this in mind, there are a variety of entertainment industry expert witnesses available to provide knowledge and professional expertise on a variety of entertainment-related issues.

The various legalities of ownership within the entertainment industry require the implementation of numerous laws concerning contracts, copyright infringement, breach of contract, intellectual property, licensing, estate and trust damages, royalties, plagiarism and trademark issues, corporate and partnership disputes, negotiations, and finance.

In addition to the various laws unique to the film industry, there are the same types of laws in place that are applicable to any other type of business. An entertainment industry expert witness may be familiar with employment discrimination, wage and hour disputes, workplace conduct, employee injuries, workers compensation, overtime pay, insurance, employment discrimination, and premises liability.

In addition to the above laws, there is also legislation in place to regulate the industry’s involvement in both national and international markets. The film and movie distribution, international production, international and domestic finance, investment deals and conflict resolution, theatrical and DVD presales, options, third party collection, tax rebates, international and domestic location crews, revenues, and executive oversight and management are all important areas within the industry and may be major aspects of a legal matter.

Considering how many details and businesses involved with the entertainment industry, it is important to find an entertainment industry expert witness. ForensisGroup works to connect clients with qualified expert witnesses from a wide variety of highly qualified expertise, giving you the knowledge required for a successful outcome. Submit an expert request form or give us a call today.

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China Entertainment and Media Expert Witness CA 538359

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I have more than two decades of experience working in the United States and China entertainment and media industry. I specialize in a variety of creative content such as Film, Television, and Theatrical Entertainment. My areas of expertise include budget analysis and development; contract negotiations; Chinese government regulations, law and business practices; corporate business strategy; feasibility studies; film producing; language translation; market analysis; negotiations; operation management; production project coordination; and strategic planning. I have provided my services as a China entertainment and media expert witness for over 10 years.

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China Entertainment and Media Expert Witness WA 538361

Expertise Description

I have spent more than two decades working in the entertainment and media industries in China. I have experience with China entertainment law issues; confidential materials protection; digital distribution deal negotiation; housekeeping and co-development deals; foreign IPR retention; foreign studio catalogs; international production funding; licensing in China; local language production legals; production co-financing; SVOD distribution deals; trademark and copyright registration; treaty co-productions; TV formatting; I have represented clients in the Film, Gaming, Technology, and Television Industries. I am offering my services as a China entertainment and media expert witness.

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Entertainment Photography Expert Witness CA 529406

Expertise Description

I have over 20 years consulting experience in photography with an emphasis in entertainment editorial photography. My areas of expertise include digital photography, shooting, editing, captioning, transmitting to multiple agents, magazines, and other clients, Photoshop, Lightroom, and photo mechanics used to edit and submit images. I am offering my services as an entertainment photography expert witness.

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Entertainment Industry Expert Witness OR 523719

Expertise Description

I have over 40 years experience in the entertainment industry with expertise in stagecraft, motion picture projection, audio, lighting, carpentry, rigging, backstage theatrical operations, production design, technical direction, CAD drafting and pre-visualization, crew management, supervision, site coordination, and venue relations. I have prior experience offering consultations and deposition as an entertainment industry expert witness.

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Graphic Design Expert Witness NJ 532082

Expertise Description

I have expertise in graphic design with over 35 years in the field. I am experienced with illustration, web design, book covers, children’s books, greeting cards, entertainment, pharmaceutical advertising, logo development, copyright, and corporate identity. I have also worked with brochure design, promotional design, advertising design, website design, and development. I have prior experience offering my services as a graphic design expert witness.

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Event Planning Expert 523779 NY

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I have over 20 years’ experience as an event & party planner with expertise in producing and designing events, whether in entertainment & lifestyle, beauty & fashion, culinary & beverages, charity benefits & award galas, or sporting & network events. My services include atmospheric event design, custom décor, thematic conceptualization, lounge creation, location scouting, gourmet catering management, floral design, professional staffing, event branding, tenting and draping, A-list entertainment, and lighting design. I am offering my services as an event planning expert witness.

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Musicology Expert 523938 NY

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I have over 35 years’ experience in musicology with an expertise in career appraisals, talent evaluation, musical analysis and comparisons, research into prior art, consulting with advertising agencies on the use of music in their campaigns, and with media companies when they are dealing with music technology and content. I have additional knowledge in music copyright law for intellectual property, copyright infringement disputes, music licensing issues, digital sampling issues, and musician careers, music industry issues, and music used in film, television, media, video games, and commercials. I have spent more than 25 years providing clients with consultations, courtroom testimony, and deposition as a musicology expert witness.

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Theater & Entertainment Safety Anaheim Expert 520334 CA(S)

Expertise Description

I have over 35 years experience in Theater & Entertainment Safety with a focus in theater, lighting, scenery, production, stage management, stage technician safety, amusement parks, cruise ships, education, concerts, special events, hotels, and casinos. I have prior experience offering my services as a theater safety expert witness.

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Forensic Accounting Hermosa Beach Expert 524648 CA(S)

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With over 35 years experience in forensic accounting, my areas of expertise include determining economic damages and performing investigations of accounting irregularities for software companies, internet service providers, providers of internet anti-virus software and computer security solutions, a semiconductor manufacturer, a provider of storage software products, an energy drink company, and a healthcare supply chain management solutions provider and retailer. I have additional experience with the entertainment industry. I have spent more than 25 years experience providing clients with consultations, deposition, and courtroom testimony as a forensic accounting expert witness.

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Roller Coaster Safety Expert 518542 TX

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My primary focus for over 35 years has been the onsite safety surveys of amusement rides, carnival midways, fairgrounds, entertainment centers and related facilities including loss control, risk management and state jurisdictional inspections throughout the US and internationally. As a roller coaster safety expert, I have regularly supervised field inspection groups, performed media relations, acted as liaison between owners and management, and jurisdictional offices; as well as provided other services such as assembly, disassembly, and repair of amusement rides and related equipment; provided onsite loss control and hazard identification, and risk management. I have been providing expert witness services for more than 5 years.

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Entertainment Law & Intellectual Property Expert 517618 TN

Expertise Description

I have more than 20 years in the field of Law. I am renowned as an Entertainment Law specialist with transactional and counseling experience representing and advising clients in the entertainment music and arts industry. I am also highly skilled in applying intellectual property law to the entertainment and music industries. I have successfully prosecuted trademark and service mark applications for numerous clients. I also represent small business clients as regards business formation, venture capital and corporate governance.

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Music Publishing Expert 514987 CA(S)

Expertise Description

I have many years of experience within the Music Industry with expertise in music publishing. I oversee a vast roster of songwriters and producers, and I have overseen VIP ticketing, branding, digital and merchandizing for multi-platinum artists. I launched the first-ever artist branded Internet radio stations in partnership with a mass media company, and I have been a Chief Editor and Associate Publisher of a large music magazine.

stuntman Expert 504398 CA(S)

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I have more than 25 years experience in Film and TV Action with an impeccable safety record as a Stunt and Fight Coordinator, and Stuntman with over 300 credits. My expertise includes teaching and train actors, actresses, and children how to perform a fight sequence or an action sequence in a safe and controlled environment. I have an Instructor Level 1st degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, as well as a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do. Additional Martial Arts experience includes Shooto, Judo, Kali, Escrima, Muay Thai boxing, Jeet Kun Do, Weapons disarming, Sil Lum, Choi Let Fut, and Boxing. I have prior expert witness experience with consultations and deposition.

Casinos And Themed Parks Expert 321814 CA(S)

Expertise Description

I have 30 years experience in themed entertainment construction, design, and project cost management with expertise in the design and construction of themed environments, destination resorts, mixed-use entertainment developments, casinos, and general construction. My areas of expertise include: Program management, feasibility planning and analysis, cost estimation and analysis (“high concept” through bid and construct), design phase planning, coordination and analysis, design planning, constructability reviews, production planning / design / coordination / construction / installation and close out analysis for any type of themed entertainment attractions. I also have international experience. I have prior expert witness experience.

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Film Production Expert 320891 CA(S)

Expertise Description

I have 15 years experience with film production as a film consultant / international production as a production company owner / operator. I have hands-on experience with complex combinations of international and domestic co-finance and co-production structures, multi-currency equity investment deals, bank gap finance, discount and cashflow of minimum guarantees and tax credits, post production and cgi facilties investment deals and conflict resolution, international letters of credit, European / UK tax rebates qualifying film structures and audits, European value added tax conflict resolution, international location and local crew, bond company closing and conflict resolution, bonded technical and legal delivery conflict resolution, third party collection conflict resolution, Global Rule One union residuals conflict resolution, assumption letters conflict resolution, international distributors and pre-sales, sales agent, domestic theatrical and dvd presales, front title credit conflict resolution, non-union writers conflict resolution, and options conflict resolution.

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Entertainment Industry Law Expert 163932 CA(N)

Expertise Description

I have more than 15 years experience in the Entertainment Industry (film, TV, music, literary, new media, and entertainment financing matters) as an entertainment and intellectual property attorney. I have extensive experience drafting and negotiating contracts, licenses, and deal memos. I am also experienced with the development, production, distribution, and finance of film, TV, video, and music. I have additional experience as a litigator in the field of intellectual property.

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Film Production Expert 163397 CA(N)

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I have more than 15 years experience in film production, acquisition, arbitration, distribution, international sales, and gap financing. My experience includes: accident, loss of wages, estate claims, financial forecasting, economic damage analysis, economic losses, employment, estate and trusts, film finance, hiring probabilities, entertainment industry standards, business strategy, communications, copyright, intellectual property rights, chain of title, foreign sales, international business, new media, gap finance, licensing, contracts, business practices, and entertainment industry standards. My areas of film expertise include: film finance, international film sales, film licensing, film production, and motion picture film distribution. I have 5 years expert witness experience with consultations, deposition, and courtroom testimony.

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Entertainment Industry Expert 163771 CA(N)

Expertise Description

I have over 40 years of experience in the entertainment industry. My expertise includes: the motion picture and entertainment industry, filmmaking, film production, television production, cinematography, directing, writing, editing, contracts, royalties, copyright infringement, and agency procedure. I have prior expert witness experience.

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Copyrights Expert 15291 CA(S)

Expertise Description

I have over 35 years experience as a practicing attorney and consulting expert specializing in intellectual property and entertainment matters. My expertise includes: copyrights, trademarks, unfair competition, media, libel, trade secret law, and reality television. I have prior expert witness experience.

Business Valuation Expert 33571 CA(S)

Expertise Description

I have over 30 years experience as an economist concentrating on diminution of value; business valuation; business interruption; intellectual property; and breach of contract. My expertise includes all sectors of the economy, including agriculture, construction, manufacturing, retail, service, transportation, and wholesale. My additional experience includes real estate, banking, cosmetics, clothing, entertainment, vehicle repair, and technology, as well as, employment, medical malpractice, personal injury, and wrongful death. I have more than 25 years expert witness experience with consultations, deposition, and courtroom testimony.

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Hotel Management Expert 47044 CA(S)

Expertise Description

I have experience as a practicing food and hospitality management expert, with expertise in many service industry areas, including: facilities management; industry best practices; critical path development; pre-opening planning; menu engineering; bar / kitchen operations; safety / sanitation training; customer service; food / beverage purchasing; recipe costing / standardization; training and operations; liquor / linen control; shipping / receiving; refrigerated / dry storage; catering; room service operations; and cost containment. I am experienced in all food and hospitality industry topics associated with country clubs, chain restaurants, entertainment studios, hotels, motels, resorts, bakeries, cruise lines, and individual restaurants. I have over 10 years expert witness experience with consultations, deposition, and courtroom testimony.

Private Investigator Expert 48564 CA(S)

Expertise Description

I have over 35 years experience in California law enforcement as a Licensed Private Investigator. My expertise includes search and warrant, alcohol and drug toxicology cases and field sobriety tests origin and validity. I have experience in criminal and civil investigations involving drugs and alcohol, driving while intoxicated, under the influence, and vice. My consulting services are also available on cases concerning gambling, bookmaking, carnival frauds, morals crimes, adult entertainment, and animal fighting. I have more than 35 years expert witness experience with consultations, deposition, and courtroom testimony.

Digital Media Expert 500810 CA(N)

Expertise Description

I have more than 25 years experience in the products and services of the Digital Media Industry. I have a track record of building valuable partnership programs and driving new business initiatives, for startups as well as large organizations. My wealth of experience in digital audio includes; Content creation and music composition; Studio production (music and dialog); Digital music licensing; Digital audio processing and technology licensing; Technology sales; Advertising Creative, Technology consulting; Business development, strategy, advertising and sales, and consulting; and Audio DSP research and development.

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Business Expert 426406 CA(S)

Expertise Description

I have more than 25 years in Legal and Business Affairs. My areas of expertise include trademark, marketing, Intellectual Property law, licensing, production, and content acquisition on a global level. I have additional experience with negotiation and account management, business development, strategic marketing. I have experience with deal-making on behalf of cable, satellite, Internet, hardware, software, mobile/wireless, distribution and production companies.

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Media Business Expert 426407 CA(S)

Expertise Description

I have more than 25 years in Media-Related Business with expertise in operations, strategy, finance, and business development. I have experience specializing in launching new ventures in digital and traditional media. I have experience with Business strategy; Business plan development; Operational launch assistance, including as Acting COO of company; Deal negotiations and business development, including digital media partnerships, programming acquisitions, and operational agreements; as well as Financial forecasts, operating budgets, and analysis. I have over 10 years expert witness experience.

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Filmmaking Expert 462358 CA(S)

Expertise Description

I have many years experience in the field of Filmmaking with expertise in all types of media. I have experience with supervising development, production, and marketing of feature films, as well as being a freelance screenwriter and producer.

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Copyright And Trademark Expert 453855 CA(S)

Expertise Description

I have more than 35 years experience in the field of Entertainment Law with expertise in copyright, trademark, contract preparation, multimedia law, intellectual property and book publishing. I have additional experience with production counsel by assisting filmmakers with arranging financing, marketing, and distribution of their films. I have over 5 years expert witness experience with consultations, deposition, and courtroom testimony.

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Video And Audio Expert 434818 AL

Expertise Description

I have over 40 years experience in video, film, audio, audio visual equipment, video editing, film/video production, and post production. My expertise includes event production, video evidence, international live sports television production by satellite; union and non-union experience; estimating of residual value of industrial and broadcast new and used video, audio, staging and lighting equipment; facilities, production and post production equipment insurance damage claims; production and post production “negative” and “e and o” insurance claims; systems integration, sales and management; film, video and AV rentals and sub rentals; produced plays, audio evidence, concerts, promotional and arts events, etc. I have more than 40 years expert witness experience with consultations, deposition, and courtroom testimony.

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Entertainment Expert 425789 NY

Expertise Description

I have over 25 years of legal experience specializing in entertainment law, executive employment compensation, and corporate transactions. My expertise includes the following: Entertainment – all aspects of film, book publishing, television, copyright, licensing, and the Internet; structured mergers and acquisitions; financing for various film, television, theater productions; and Employment compensation – negotiation of severance packages,severance plans, employment agreements for senior level executives in various industries, such as magazine publishing, securities, motion picture business, architecture, and other private companies.

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Public Recreation Expert 314490 CA(S)

Expertise Description

I have more than 40 years experience in the field of Management with specialization in the public recreation entertainment industry. I am directly involved in all aspects of Open-Air Market (swap meet) development and operation, including identification of location / site, proposal development, negotiation of contracts, obtainment of licenses and permits, site-design, development of rules and regulations, staff-hiring, advertisement, advertising and sales, and promotions.

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Entertainment Law Expert 324569 NY

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I have more than 25 years experience as an Entertainment Attorney in music law / business. My expertise also includes current state and future of the music business; licensing negotiations for film, television, and theatre producers; digital music locker box; negotiation, drafting services, business consultation for labels, artists, producers, managers and television producers, filmmakers, documentarians, and entertainment business entrepreneurs; traditional and new digital music business; recording industries; and music and copyright law. I have prior expert witness experience.

Mechanical Engineer Expert 367890 AL

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I have over 25 years experience in mechanical engineering with expertise in the design and project management of award-winning products for the medical, aerospace, amusement parks, medium and heavy industry fields. I am a detail-oriented professional with extensive expertise in all aspects of product design, from definition and analysis through conceptual design, drawings, presentations, fabrication and customer satisfaction. I have over 10 years expert witness experience.

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Arts Appraiser Expert 354900 AZ

Expertise Description

I have over 10 years experience in the area of appraiser as a firm owner and manager for major financial accounts and imports and exports. My appraisals include research for individuals, government agencies, attorneys, insurance companies, and management firms with extensive experience in the entertainment industry. As an insurance appraiser, I have performed estate, probate, claims and loss damages, and auction market appraisals. I specialize in the appraisal of 17th to 20th century furniture and decorative arts. My consultations also include appraisal clinics for highly reputable institutions. I have prior expert witness experience.

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