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Domenic Romano
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About Domenic
Biography
Domenic Romano is the Founder and Managing Partner of Romano Law PLLC, a transactional and litigation Business, Employment, Sports and Entertainment Law firm located in the Financial District of New York City. The firm also has offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami and San Diego. Domenic provides outside legal counsel to businesses and creative professionals, athletes and stake-holders in entities. The firm’s emphasis is on the long term and its approach is international.
A graduate of McGill University, Domenic Romano received a law degree from Oxford University, a LL.M. in International Business from Columbia University School of Law and an LL.B. from Dalhousie University. He is admitted to practice in New York State (1993) and in Ontario, Canada (1996).
Before starting Romano Law in 2003, he was a Corporate Attorney at Jones Day, Hahn & Hessen LLP and Brown Raysman Millstein Felder & Steiner LLP and served as in-house legal counsel at a biotech firm, Pasteur Merieux Connaught in Toronto (now Sanofi Pasteur).
Domenic is has been on the board of the New York chapter of Entrepreneurs Organization (EO) and served as president in 2022-2023.
He is an Adjuct Professor at Columbia University Film School (Entertainment Law for Filmmakers) and has been a guest speaker at New York University, the Workshop in Business Opportunities (WIBO), and the Institute of Culinary Education (ICE). In addition, he has served on the board of directors of both the American National Theatre (ANT) and STREETS International, a non-profit organization serving disadvantaged youth in underdeveloped nations.
Domenic Romano is a member of the New York City Bar Association and the Brooklyn Bar Association. He is also in the Business Law and the Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law sections of the New York State Bar Association. Domenic is the Founding Member of the Business Lawyers Group, the Managing Partners Group and the Entertainment Lawyers Group in New York City. He is a member of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (TV Academy) and an Emmy voter.
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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Business
25%
33 years
Employment and Labor
25%
23 years
Entertainment
25%
33 years
Litigation
25%
23 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
5%-40%
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2010
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 32 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Gallery
Online Presence
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Domenic Romano's Reviews
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Posted by Joe | June 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Business
Fantastic law firm!
Domenic and his staff did a fantastic job with my company operating agreement. They were quick, thorough, and very responsive with questions and comments. I will be utilizing Domenic and his firm moving forward with all of my business needs.
Domenic Romano
Replied last June 05, 2021Joe, thank you for your review. I appreciate your noticing that we put a premium on responsiveness and attention to detail. We're here, when you need us.
Posted by Andrew | June 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Business
An exceptional lawyer leading a first-rate firm
My company has been working with Domenic and his team for over five years and the service has been excellent each and every time we've called on them. Dom is extremely genuine and down to earth, very knowledgable in the minutiae of business law, and always makes sure to work at my pace when outlinin...
Domenic Romano
Replied last June 05, 2021Andrew, thank you for your kind words. It's been a pleasure working with you over the years. I appreciate it.
Posted by anonymous | June 05, 2021 | Contracts & Agreements
Thanks for the piece of mind
I worked with Aaron at Romano Law for a consultation regarding a noncompete and he was absolutely fantastic, walking me through the steps and giving me as much time as I needed, even after our hour was up. He even helped me craft several letters. Would definitely use him again—Hopefully I won't have ...
Domenic Romano
Replied last June 05, 2021Thank you for your feedback. Our Associate Attorney, Aaron Deitsch, is excellent. Very glad to hear you had a good experience with our firm.
Posted by Mark | February 18, 2010 | Entertainment
Really Great Business Attorney
We've actually never met but have been working together over the phone and by email for years. Strange but true. At first I was skeptical and wary of all lawyers but Domenic is the only lawyer I've used that I like as a person. We've become good friends now. He increased my bottom line with negotiati...
Domenic Romano
Replied last September 27, 2021Mark, I appreciate that kind words and your thoughtful comments. Thank you.
Posted by Curt | February 18, 2010 | Entertainment
Excellent advisor, negotiator, and ally
We've worked with Domenic on several film and video projects and have been impressed with the hard work he offers to even small-scale indie folks like us.
Domenic Romano
Replied last September 27, 2021Curt, we really enjoyed working with you and your team. Thanks for the feedback.
Domenic Romano's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse this lawyer for his strong work ethic, integrity, creativity and insight. Domenic is a transaction guru, universally respected by his peers in the business and entertainment worlds."
"Domenic is as sharp as they come. He is highly competent and would recommend him for any matter relating to business or entertainment matters. Domenic operates from a basis of integrity and that is an invaluable commodity."
"Mr. Romano is one of the most professional and reasonable lawyers in the industry. I highly recommend him for anyone needing counsel on a business or entertainment law matter."
"Domenic has a level head and steady hand -- exactly the kind of representation that new ventures in the corporate and entertainment spaces need. I highly recommend him."
"I highly endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with Mr. Romano on several matters involving entertainment and business law, two his focused practice areas. He has demonstrated a deep understanding of complicated issues and industry practices, as well as a keen attention to detail. Moreover, Mr. Romano is diligent and good to his word. I endorse him without reservation.."
Michael Landsman
Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Feb 08
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I recently worked with Domenic on a project for a mutual client and was impressed with his ability and insight. I would highly recommend Domenic to anyone searching for corporate and entertainment counsel."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Domenic is very responsive and his attention to detail exceeds his client's expectations."
"Domenic is a knowledgeable attorney who I would gladly turn to with any corporate or entertainment law matter. I am glad to have him as a resource!"
"Domenic is a phenomenal attorney whose experience, expertise, and attention to detail is unsurpassed. He cares deeply about providing the highest possible quality of services and ensures that his clients receive a degree of time, attention, and care that separates his firm from his competitors. I highly recommend Domenic as an attorney for any client seeking his services."
"I highly recommend Domenic to any artists, musicians, actors or writers in need of counsel. I have collaborated with him and was very impressed with his work and attention to detail."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Ian MacLean
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Entertainment lawyer
Joshua Buhler
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Zjantelle Cammisa
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Peter Sell
Civil rights lawyer
Michael Landsman
Estate planning lawyer
Jeremy Hager
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Uzoma Eze
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Paul Wilson
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Jeffrey Payne
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Jennifer Kouzi
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyers NY – Top 100, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Outstanding Service Award, Workshop in Business Opportunities
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Managing Partner, ROMANO LAW PLLC (New York)
2000 - 2001
Associate Attorney, HAHN & HESSEN LLP (New York)
1999 - 2000
Associate Attorney, BROWN RAYSMAN MILLSTEIN FELDER & STEINER LLP (New York)
1998 - 1999
Associate Attorney, JONES, DAY, REAVIS & POGUE (New York)
1997 - 1998
Associate Attorney, HAHN & HESSEN LLP (New York)
1996 - 1997
Legal Counsel, CONNAUGHT LABORATORIES LTD. (RHONE POULENC - currently Aventis Pasteur) (Toronto)
1994 - 1995
Articling Associate, OSLER, HOSKIN & HARCOURT LLP (Toronto)
Associations
2020 - Present
Entrepreneurs' Organization - New York City (EONY)Forum Chair
2010 - Present
Entertainment Lawyers Group (NY)Founder
2005 - Present
Business Lawyers GroupFounder
1997 - Present
New York State Bar Association, Business Law SectionMember
1997 - Present
New York State Bar Association, Entertainment, Arts and Sports Law SectionMember
2019 - 2020
Entrepreneurs' Organization - New York City (EONY)Accelerator Chair
2018 - 2019
Entrepreneurs' Organization - New York City (EONY)Membership Chair
2016 - 2017
Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO) Accelerator NYMembership Chair
Sample of Legal Cases
Business Attorney & Entertainment Lawyer - No Legal Cases
Education
1992
Columbia University School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1991
University of Oxford
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
McGill University
MA - Masters
1988
McGill University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
Dalhousie University School of Law
LL.B - Bachelor of Laws
Speaking Engagements
2015
Producers Guild of America (PGA) - February
WHAT'S ON YOUR MIND? - A Legal Q&A
2015
Columbia University MFA Film Program April
Exit Strategies: Lawyers & Legal
2014
Producers Guild of America (PGA)
Contracts for Producers
2014
CLE Seminer - Hudson Valley Bank - May
Lawyer's Guide to Filmmaking
2011
WIBO - Workshop in Business Opportunities
Law & Ethics: How to Build a Growing Profitable Business
2011
IIFF Financing Townhall in Manhattan (October 2011)
Film Financing
2010
Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL) Speaker Series
Legal Seminar for Business Owners
2009
Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL) Speaker Series
Legal Seminar for Business Owners
2009
ICE Culinary Management Program
Legal Considerations for Business Owners
2008
ICE Culinary Management Program
Legal Considerations for Business Owners
2007
ICE Culinary Management Program
Legal Considerations for Business Owners
2006
ICE Culinary Management Program
Legal Considerations for Business Owners
Publications
1995
Corporate Counsel's International Adviser
Redefining Corporate Liability
Languages
Italian
French
English
Activity
Legal Answers