Jonathan Sirota

Jonathan Sirota

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 26 years

Entertainment Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Entertainment, Contracts & Agreements, Business ... +2 more

250 Park Avenue, STE 7002, New York, NY

About Jonathan

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Entertainment 50%

28 years

50%
Business 15%

28 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 26 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1999

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Sirota Law Firm, P.C.

250 Park Avenue, STE 7002, New York, NY, 10177-0001

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Jonathan Sirota's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 9 of 9 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Robert | March 27, 2015 | Intellectual Property

Consistently Exceptional

Our businesses have been benefiting from Jonathan's advice and counsel for many years. He's helped us with IP Law, Contracts, and a range of other topics. His attention to detail and thoroughness make him stand out from the crowd. We've referred several of our marketing and advertising clients direc...tly to Jonathan for assistance with their businesses, and have had rave reviews as a result.

Posted by Erica | September 19, 2014 | Entertainment

Exceptional, Trusted Entertainment and Business Law Firm

Jonathan Sirota has represented multiple feature films I have cast over the past 3 years. He is extremely knowledgeable about all legal aspects of the entertainment industry including, and not limited to, talent and production contracts. Jonathan is a trusted advisor with negotiations and company str...ategies, working side by side with his clients every step of the way. He is always an incredible asset to my projects and as well as a superior legal and business consultant for my own company. I strongly recommend him as he goes above and beyond in everything he does.

Posted by Juan | September 19, 2014 | Contracts & Agreements

An arts & entertainment God-Sent.

I am The owner of JoJer Fine Art Framing & Gallery. I have had the pleasure of recently using Mr. Sirota's services & he has been very instrumental on redoing our gallery contracts to cover everything we didn't even think of. If you are looking for an arts & entertainment attorney that will cover al...l of your bases, he gets my highest recommendation.

Posted by Mario | August 19, 2014 | Business

A trusted partner for your business.

Mr. Sirota has represented our company for the past 4 years and has been truly a pleasure to work with. He understands our business needs and is extremely knowledgable of the laws surrounding our line of business. I highly recommend him as well rounded attorney who understand not just the law but a...lso how business is conducted.

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yeri park

Entertainment lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community. He has tremendous experiences and deals with lots of international clients as well. His answers to Avvo question apparently show that he is definitely top-notch attorney. Mr. Sirota is very valuable asset to Avvo and its users and I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Everett Carbajal

Entertainment lawyer | Sep 13

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"I endorse this lawyer. He's a respected member of the legal community, and his answers on Avvo demonstrate his legal acumen."

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Hui Zeng

Business lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicole Sotto

Entertainment lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan is an experienced entertainment attorney and is highly respected within the entertainment community."

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Pamela Hamilton

Entertainment lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He's a respected member of the legal community, and has provided numerous answers on Avvo which showcase his abilities on a wide range of legal issues."

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James D'Esposito

Business lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jonathan has an impressive command of a wide range of business issues, especially with respect to the Entertainment field. I highly recommend him."

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Daniel O'Hara

Entertainment lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've worked with Jon on several matters and I am compelled to endorse his effective, well-reasoned, professional practice of law. Client comfort and education are at the core of his practice and it has consistently translated into overwhelming client satisfaction. -D. O'Hara"

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Prerak Zaveri

Entertainment lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend John to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the best interests of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible. I endorse him without reservation."

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Kendall Horween

Business lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A well rounded a seasoned litigator that you want on your side"

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Matthew Moisan

Entertainment lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jonathan is a knowledgeable attorney of the utmost integrity. I highly recommend his services."

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Charles Arnold

Licensing lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jonathan is very experienced and effective. He is better at spotting potential problems for business clients than anyone I know. He is a very persuasive and powerful negotiator. I have referred several clients to him and all of them have been extremely pleased with his work."

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Avvo's 2014 Clients' Choice Award, AVVO

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Principal, Sirota Law Firm, P.C.

2005 - 2010

Secretary & Director of Legal Affairs, SmartMoney (The Hearst Corporation)

1999 - 2005

Business Affairs and Intellectual Property, Counsel, King Features Syndicate, Hearst Entertainment (The Hearst Corporation)

1992 - 1995

Foreign Advisor, Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (JAPAN)

Associations

2009 - Present

Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana

Member of Board of Directors

2012 - 2016

Seiwajyuku USA-New York, Inc.

Member

Education

1998

New York Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Occidental College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1991

Waseda University

International Division – Diploma

Speaking Engagements

2017

Advanced Licensing Agreements 2017, Practising Law Institute (PLI)

Analysis of a Content License Agreement

2016

Advanced Licensing Agreements 2016, Practising Law Institute (PLI)

Analysis of a Content License Agreement

2015

KANY Job Festival

IP Workshop for Visual Artists: Animation, Gaming, VFX & Advertising

2015

Advanced Licensing Agreements 2015, Practising Law Institute (PLI)

Analysis of a Content License Agreement

2014

Start Your Own Small Business 4: Fall 2014 New York University

Start Your Own Small Business 4: Fall 2014

2014

Start Your Own Small Business 3: Summer 2014 New York University

Start Your Own Small Business 3: Summer 2014

2014

Start Your Own Small Business 2: Summer 2014 New York University

Start Your Own Small Business 2: Summer 2014

2014

Start Your Own Small Business 1: Spring 2014 New York University

Start Your Own Small Business 1: Spring 2014

2014

Business Fundamentals & Tactics: Fall 2014

Business Fundamentals & Tactics: Fall 2014

2014

Advanced Licensing Agreements 2014, Practising Law Institute (PLI)

Analysis of a Content License Agreement

2013

Start Your Own Small Business 2: Summer 2013 New York University

Start Your Own Small Business 2: Summer 2013

2013

Start Your Own Small Business 1: Spring 2013 New York University

Start Your Own Small Business 1: Spring 2013

2013

Advanced Licensing Agreements 2013, Practising Law Institute (PLI)

Analysis of a Content License Agreement

2012

Start Your Own Small Business 2: Fall 2012 New York University

Start Your Own Small Business 2: Fall 2012

2012

Start Your Own Small Business 1: Summer 2012 New York University

Start Your Own Small Business 1: Summer 2012

2012

Advanced Licensing Agreements 2012, Practising Law Institute (PLI)

Analysis of a Content License Agreement

2011

Advanced Licensing Agreements 2011, Practising Law Institute (PLI)

Analysis of a Content License Agreement

2010

Advanced Licensing Agreements 2010, Practising Law Institute (PLI)

Analysis of a Content License Agreement

2009

Advanced Licensing Agreements 2009, Practising Law Institute (PLI)

Analysis of a Content License Agreement

2008

Advanced Licensing Agreements 2008, Practising Law Institute (PLI)

Analysis of a Content License Agreement

2007

Online Behavioral Advertising (New York City Bar Association)

Self-Regulatory Principles For Online Behavioral Advertising

Publications

2016

Advanced Licensing Agreements, 2016 Analysis of a Content License Agreement

2015

KOTRA: Soft IP Guidebook Film Production Legal Guide

2015

KOTRA: Soft IP Guidebook Digital & Print Publishing Legal Guide

2015

Advanced Licensing Agreements, 2015 Analysis of a Content License Agreement

2014

Practicing Law Institute Advanced Licensing Agreements, 2014

2014

Korea Trade Promotion Corporation Intellectual Property Guide

2013

Practising Law Institute Advanced Licensing Agreements, 2013

2012

Practising Law Institute Advanced Licensing Agreements, 2012

2011

Practising Law Institute Advanced Licensing Agreements, 2011

2010

Practising Law Institute Advanced Licensing Agreements, 2010

2009

Practising Law Institute Advanced Licensing Agreements, 2009

2008

Practising Law Institute Advanced Licensing Agreements, 2008

Languages

Japanese

English

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