Stephen Michael Kernan

Stephen Michael Kernan

9.3

Superb

Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 3.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 50% Entertainment
    3 years
  • 25% Copyright Infringement
    3 years
  • 25% Intellectual Property
    3 years

Contact Information

Languages Spoken

  • English

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Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“Very sharp and committed”

Posted by: Michael, about 3 years ago.

Client Review: represented my company, Omniquest Media, LLC on two cases and delivered well above and beyond expectations
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5 star rating

“'A MASTER OF THE FINE DETAILS.' HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!”

Posted by: ALIMI, about 3 years ago.

Client Review: Mr. Kernan's PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY and EXCELLENCE surpassed every SINGLE expectation that I held in mind. It is NO understatement when I say he... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

2 endorsements


April LaValley

I highly recommend S. Michael Kernan. He is an excellent attorney with exceptional written and verbal skills. He has a very deep knowledge of the... more

Endorsement from lawyer: April LaValley , Beverly Hills (CA), About 3 years ago
Donald William Flaig

Michael has the experience needed to handle his cases with expertise and efficiency. A legal mind that sees the issues before they become issues and... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Donald Flaig , Westlake Village (CA), About 3 years ago

Résumé

 

License

17 years since Stephen Michael Kernan was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
California Active 1996 12/19/2012

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Partner at The Kernan Law Firm 2008–present
Professor at University of California, Hastings College of the Law 2007–present
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
SLU & University of California, Hastings College of the Law Law law
University of Illinois undergraduate
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Entertainment Law Professor Hastings Law School 2013
Contributor on legal issues The Postgame 2013
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Beverly Hills Bar Association, Entertainment Law Section
Member Intellectual Property Law
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Portfolio

Publications

Article Publication Date
Entertainment Law Guide Hastings Law School 2013
Hastings Law School Social Media Law 2011
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Convergence of Media CES 2013
Digital Media & Content Digital Hollywood 2012
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