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The Industry's Sharpest Minds

Since 1958, the USC Gould School of Law-Beverly Hills Bar Association Institute on Entertainment Law and Business has brought together the industry's most influential voices for a deep dive into the issues shaping entertainment today. Expect illuminating panels, direct access to the people making the calls, and conversations you won't find anywhere else. This is the one event entertainment law and business professionals build their year around.

Thoughtfully Designed For: Lawyers · Executives · Agents · Producers · Accountants · Business Affairs · Talent Managers · In-House Counsel

2026 Keynote Speaker

Donna Langley

Chairman,
NBCUniversal Entertainment 

THANK YOU TO OUR

Sponsors

The USC Gould School of Law and the Planning Committee of the Institute on Entertainment Law and Business gratefully acknowledge the generous contributions of:

 

 

Gold Sponsors

 

 

Akerman LLP
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
Gang, Tyre, Ramer, Brown & Passman, Inc
GHJ
Gibson Dunn
Greenberg Glusker, LLP
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
JAMS
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP
Latham & Watkins LLP
Lawyers' Mutal
Loeb & Loeb LLP
Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP
Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp LLP
O'Melveny & Myers LLP
Russ August & Kabat
Sheppard
Sidley Austin LLP
Venable LLP
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP

 

Corporate Sponsors

Youngblood Group PC

 

Supporters

The Association of Media & Entertainment Counsel
BHBA

 

In-Kind Sponsor

Frost LLP

Sponsorship includes ticketing, publicity and other benefits, depending on the level of sponsorship chosen. Contact cle@law.usc.edu for more information about sponsorship opportunities. Let us tailor your sponsorship to best serve your needs!

CONFERENCE VENUE

University of Southern California

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Financial Hardship Policy

Scholarship applications must be received at least 3 weeks before the program start date. You will be notified prior to the program if your application is approved. A minimum fee may be charged on all approved scholarship applications to defray expenses. For programs with tuition costs over $500, qualifying attorneys will receive at least a 50% reduction in the course fee(s).

Southern California's Top Business and Entertainment Conference

  • Stay current on legal and business trends shaping the entertainment industry.
  • Hear from top attorneys, executives, and industry leaders across media, film, music, and more.
  • Explore how AI, global markets, and streaming are transforming the landscape.
  • Learn from real-world case studies and cutting-edge panel discussions.
  • Connect with professionals across law, business, production and talent.

2025 Videos on Demand

2025 Institute Videos On Demand are available for purchase, and includes: all sessions, MCLE credit, and a downloadable copy of the Institute Syllabus. Only MCLE (Attorneys) credit is awarded. Access to the videos on demand and credit is available through the BHBA. Access to the On Demands and credit will be available until October 19, 2026.

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Continuing Legal Education
USC Gould School of Law
699 Exposition Boulevard, Suite 409
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0071

Phone: 213-821-3580
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