Harry Finkel

Harry Finkel

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 13 years

Entertainment Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Entertainment, Internet, Business, Communications & Media

5042 Wilshire Blvd #26291, Los Angeles, CA

About Harry

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 350-395 per hour

Contingency

10%-40%

Pro bono

10 %

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 13 years

State: California

Acquired: 2012

Active

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Location

Law Offices of Harry Finkel

5042 Wilshire Blvd #26291, Los Angeles, CA, 90036

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Harry Finkel's Reviews

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Posted by Corey | April 1, 2015

A Lucky Find

When I found Harry Finkel's info online, I was apprehensive. No one referred me, but his reviews were favorable, so I took a leap. I'm happy to say I lucked out. Harry helped me negotiate a contract that I'm satisfied with. His professionalism, tactfulness and thorough work process is undeniab...le. As important as though qualities are, quite simply, he's a friendly guy and has a good attitude. I didn't feel stupid asking him simple questions. And his ability to give me simple, straightforward answers was a big plus in my book. I'm already looking forward to working with Harry again. An enthusiastic thumbs up! Corey

Posted by info | December 19, 2014

Has My Back

With Harry I have not worried about my case because I know it is in capable and trustworthy hands. He keeps me up to date more often than I would even expect, he's precise with his explanations and his recommendations are usually sound.

Posted by Phillip | May 21, 2014

Great communication, excellent follow up.

As a designer who has had some problems with clients, I got in contact with Harry trough California Lawyers for the Arts (calawyersforthearts.org) and was pleasantly surprised by the help, knowledge, and professionalism shown by Harry Finkel. I can honestly say I felt like I was talking to a frie...nd, who listened to my concerns and did his best to come up with a solution to my unique problem. He also went out of his way to give me a fair price for his time, research, and services.

Posted by Suzanne and JD | April 21, 2014

Experienced and Knowledgable

After searching for representation for over a week, and speaking with several lawyers with astronomical hourly rates... we finally found Harry. Harry is straight-forward, efficient, and professional. He maintains communication throughout the process, and although our needs only required a few hours ...of his time, he treated the work with the same level of importance that one would give to a much lengthier project. We will continue to engage Harry in our future legal needs.

Posted by Rosalee | March 30, 2014

A +

I was referred to Harry Finkel by the Cancer Legal Resource Center about an issue that concerns a large entertainment union. He took my call on a Friday afternoon, took the time to take careful notes, and considered all of my information, allowing me to explain in detail what the problems was. He ...was concise, compassionate, level, honest, and asked for pertinent information that showed me he had knowledge in the contracts field. He was up front that he has not filed against unions before. He was fair-minded, and spoke with a code of ethics I deeply appreciate. By the end of our conversation, he had given me a clear plan of how to approach the issue - without hiring him - leaving me to proceed with confidence, and clarity about the issue. If it does come to my needing to hire him, I would feel he is fully capable, is an energetic problem-solver, and has the higher-minded integrity I desire.

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Harry Finkel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rebecca Dahlen

Entertainment lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Harry is an extremely knowledgeable and diligent attorney in his area of practice. He is passionate about his work and is dedicated to getting the best results for his clients. I endorse this attorney."

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Julian Chan

Entertainment lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Finkel and I originally met as opposing counsel in an entertainment matter. He consistently and firmly represented his client, and did so with dignity and decorum. His avoided the histrionics that some younger lawyers are prone to, and stood firm on the matters that counted. I remark I was so impressed with his abilities, that I have forwarded several matters to him where he has been opposing counsel or where I would have a conflict of interest if I handled. He is a respected opposing counsel."

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Riccardo G

Entertainment lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Griffin

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Harry is a hardworking transactional guy, flexible and able to handle clients large and small. Definitely able to gave personalized attention."

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Julian Chan

Corporate and incorporation lawyer

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Nicholas Francescon

Entertainment lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

2011

CALI award for Media and Entertainment Law, Southwestern Law School

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Harry Finkel

2013 - Present

General Counsel, Guitars in the Classroom

2013 - Present

Court Appointed Special Advocate, CASA

2010 - 2011

Legal Extern, Warner Bros. Pictures

2010 - 2010

Legal Extern, Roadrunner Records

2009 - 2010

Legal Extern, San Diego Film Commission

2006 - 2008

Sales Exec and Trainer, Webreach Online Marketing

2003 - 2007

Managing Partner, Sounds and Visions Recording Equipment

Associations

2013 - Present

California Lawyers for the Arts

Panel Attorney

2011 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association, Intellectual Property and Entertainment Law Section

Member

2010 - Present

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Member

Education

2012

Southwestern School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Hofstra Univ

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Russian

Activity

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