The national law firm of Manatt, Phelps & Phillips has developed one of the premier practices in the areas of branded entertainment; gaming and sweepstakes; advertising, marketing, media and entertainment law. Our clients encompass leading global entertainment and media companies as well as high-profile talent in the motion picture, television, radio, publishing and music industries. Manatt lawyers utilize their comprehensive experience to span the full range of creative, production and operating concerns. Unlike boutique firms we have full- service capabilities to ensure that all our clients' needs are addressed with coordinated assistance tailored to their concerns.

Specialization: The Advertising, Marketing and Media Group regularly represents advertisers, advertising agencies, and trade associations on matters regarding: reviewing advertising for legal acceptability; false advertising challenges; network and media clearance issues; advertising and entertainment contracts; copyright and trademark issues; rights of privacy and publicity; sweepstakes, contests and other promotions; and branded entertainment. Manatt has extensive experience in representing clients in proceedings brought by the Federal Trade Commission and by State Attorneys General throughout the country. Manatt has handled numerous high profile FTC investigations and enforcement actions involving substantiation of advertising claims, compliance with Trade Regulation Rules, and various marketing practices.