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Harry Finkel is an attorney and business strategist serving clients in North America, South America and Europe. He was previously an entrepreneur in the professional recording industry with legal and business experience in entertainment, commercial transactions, negotiation, licensing agreements, trademark and copyright issues.
Harry serves as legal counsel and an executive board member Guitars in the Classroom, a nonprofit that provides instruments and training to teachers and students nationwide to help integrate music into the general educational curriculum. He also serves as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for foster kids in L.A. County. Additionally, Harry is a panel attorney with California Lawyers for the Arts.
Harry is admitted to practice law in all California state courts and the federal District Court for the Central District of California. He earned his J.D. from Southwestern Law School in Los Angeles and B.A. in Film Production and Music Business from Hofstra University in New York.
In his spare time, Harry enjoys writing, music-making, and collaborating with other creatives.
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Posted by Corey | April 1, 2015
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...
Posted by info | December 19, 2014
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
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...
Posted by Suzanne and JD | April 21, 2014
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 ...
Posted by Rosalee | March 30, 2014
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 ...
"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."
"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."
"Harry is a hardworking transactional guy, flexible and able to handle clients large and small. Definitely able to gave personalized attention."
Corporate and incorporation lawyer
Entertainment lawyer
Litigation lawyer
Immigration lawyer
2011
CALI award for Media and Entertainment Law, Southwestern Law School
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
2013 - Present
California Lawyers for the ArtsPanel Attorney
2011 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Intellectual Property and Entertainment Law SectionMember
2010 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationMember
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English
Russian
Legal Answers
Am I legally allowed to use the names of real people and a real sports team in an independent, but possibly commercial movie?
01 Feb 2014
How do I register the music beats that I create?
27 Dec 2013
Movie Deal - Net Proceeds Definition
08 Nov 2013