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Laverne Y. Berry
also known as Laverne Y. Berry, Laverne Berry
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Biography
Laverne Berry is an entertainment and media business affairs attorney. She was admitted to the bar in 1996 after having worked as a television producer and media business executive for 18 years. As an attorney, she represents on-air talent, independent producers, television and film production companies and cable networks. Her clients have earned numerous awards, including prestigious film festival awards and an Oscar® nomination. Before returning to private practice she was a Director of Legal and Business Affairs for A&E Television Networks.
As an executive for Thirteen/WNET, New York's premier Public Television station, RKO General Television, Avon Books and several independent production companies, she focused on the development, production, distribution and licensing of television programs and related ancillary products, e.g., DVDs, books, CDs and merchandise, and was known for closing difficult deals (using in equal parts, experience and humor). For her own media work, Ms. Berry has been recognized with a number of awards, including 2 CINE Golden Eagle® Awards, 2 Emmy® nominations, and 2 grants from the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Ms. Berry has been designated as an approved clearance counsel for Fair Use review by Media/Professional Insurance, a world-wide leader in Media, Cyber and Technology insurance coverage.
Ms. Berry has been involved in Alternative Dispute Resolution for more than 15 years. She is a member of the American Arbitration Association's Los Angeles, New York and Boston Commercial Panels and the Federal Communications Panel, as well as the Independent Film and Television Alliance (formerly known as the American Film Marketing Association (AFMA)) arbitration panel.
She is President of the Board of New York Women in Film and Television, is counsel to the Women's Film Preservation Fund and a member of ABA Committee on Alternative Dispute Resolution in the entertainment industry.
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Licensed in New York for 29 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1996
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Location
Berry Entertainment Law
382 Warren Street, Suite 3L, Brooklyn, NY, 11201
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Laverne Y. Berry's Reviews
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Posted by Elizabeth | January 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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Super Lawyer
Laverne has represented me in my role as Producer and also as a writer in the making of 9 films. I had had other representation over the years, but from the day I met Laverne, I knew I was in good hands. I knew I was in truthful and responsive hands. I knew I had found a strategic, focused, forcef...
Posted by Steven | August 8, 2014
An engaged and knowledgeable advisor
I am a former entertainment and intellectual property lawyer who left practice over 20 years ago to run global entertainment businesses. I have worked closely with Laverne Berry over the past 25 years as both a colleague and client on a wide range of complex and innovative issues. She is always e...
Posted by Charles | May 10, 2010
Expert and Personable Advocate for Media & Entertainment Professionals
Laverne Berry is a conscientious, detail-oriented and knowledgeable advocate for my media production company. She is a also a tireless and dedicated champion for the work that I do. Anyone working in the entertainment industry would benefit greatly from her expertise. I can't recommend Laverne more h...
Posted by Peggy | October 30, 2009
Took care of everything
My first book, TAnglewood - A Group Memoir, was published by Amadeus Press and Laverne represented me in the negotiations. I am a TV producer and know nothing about the ins and outs of publishing, but Laverne knew everything and handled a somewhat difficult situation brilliantly.
Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2009
One of the best entertainment lawyers in New York
Laverne Berry is an incredible entertainment law attorney. She is quick to respond to the needs of her clients and effectively negotiates on the client's behalf and in their favor. She has the ability to be tenacious and steadfast in serving her client's interest, yet does so in a gracious and eleg...
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Experience
Honors
2016
AV Rated Since 2008, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
2014 New York Super Lawyers - Metro, Super Lawyers
2013
2013 New York Super Lawyers - Metro, Super Lawyers
2011
2011 New York Super Lawyers - Metro, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2002 - Present
Owner, Law Firm of Laverne Berry
1999 - 2002
Director, Legal and Business Affairs, A&E Television Networks
1996 - 1999
Owner, Law Firm of Laverne Berry
Associations
2002 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
American Bar Association-Entertainment CommitteeMember
1996 - Present
New York City Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2011
New York Women in Film and TelevisionChair, Advisory Board
2007 - 2010
New York Women In Film & TelelvisionPresident of the Board
Education
1996
Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1974
Syracuse University
M.S.
1971
Mount Holyoke College
A.B.
Speaking Engagements
2015
Women Make Movies Workshop
Setting up Your Company: A Business and Legal Primer
2015
ABA Forum on the Entertainment and Sports Industries
Big Traps and Fine Print: What Production Lawyers Need to Know About Union/Guild Agreements
2012
Mediation Settlement Day Kick-Off Event
The Future of Medation: Lesson from Behavioral Economics
2011
Contracts, Insurance and Avoiding Lawsuits
Contracts and Insurance
2011
Breaking Up is Hard to Do
Dispute Resolution
2010
Web Series Summer Camp Workshop
Protecting your Intellectual Property
2010
Ethnic Diversity Steering Committee
Ethnic Diversity
2009
NASDAQ Closing Bell
Speaking at the Final Bell
2009
American Bar Association, Arbitration Training Institute
The role of the Arbitrator and the Disclosure Requirement
2008
William S. Boyd School of Law, Saltman Center for Conflict Resolution
Alternative Dispute Resolution in the Entertainment Industry
2007
American Arbitration Association
Representing Client in ADR, a primer for advocates who represent clients in Arbitration and Mediation settings
2006
American Arbitration Association, NY Dispute Resolution
Mini-Trial and Non-Trial Evaluative Techniques
2005
Ethics
Ethical Considerations for Advocates in B-2-B Mediation
2005
American Arbitration Association
Mock Mediation and Discussion
2004
Panel Discussion
Optimizing the Hearing in Arbitration
2004
New York Women in Film
Digital Dilemma: Legal Issues in the Digital World
2004
New York State Bar Association, CLE program
Legal Issues in Producing and Distributing Television Programming
2004
Hamptons International Film Festival
Copyright Laws: How Do You Know It's Yours?
2003
Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts
Introduction of Mediation for the Entertainment Industry
2003
New York State Bar Association, CLE program
ADR in the Entertainment Industry
2002
Entertainment ADR Committee of the ABA, Conflict Resolution
ADR in the Entertainment Industry
2002
Entertainment ADR Committee of the ABA Section on Dispute Resolution
Alternative Dispute Resolution in the Entertainment Industry
2002
American Arbitration Association
Introduction to Alternative Dispute Resolution for the Entertainment Attorney
2000
Entertainment ADR Committee of the ABA, Entertainment Legal Issues
From Development to Distribution: The Business and Legal Affairs of Independent Feature Film Production
1999
Entertainment ADR Committee of the ABA, Mediation for the Entertainment Industry
Mediation for the Entertainment Industry
Publications
2010
2007
Hollywood Reporter
New York Independents
Languages
English