$ 495-495 per hour
Lawrence Jeremiah Zerner
also known as Larry Zerner
About Lawrence
Biography
In practice since 1991, Larry Zerner has earned the reputation as one of the most passionate and committed entertainment attorneys in Los Angeles. Larry is committed to safeguarding your most valuable assets: the words, images and ideas that you have created. He passionately represents entertainment industry clients and others looking for results in the fairest, fastest way possible. Beyond that, on a very real and human level, Larry is known to be comforting, non-intimidating, easy to work with and, despite his profession and his industry accomplishments, one of the most plain-speaking entertainment attorneys you will ever find. In other words, he speaks with his clients in real English... not in legalese! Larry started his career as an actor and comedian in Hollywood (giving Jason Vorhees his hockey mask in Friday the 13th Part 3) which gives Larry a unique perspective on the entertainment business. In his off time, Larry is busy seeing movies, playing with his dogs, and playing guitar and golf (neither very well)
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Copyright Infringement
25%
35 years | 50 cases
Entertainment
25%
32 years
Litigation
20%
35 years
Trademark Application
15%
35 years | 200 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 34 years
State: California
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Larry Zerner
1801 Century Park East, Suite 2400, Los Angeles, CA, 90067-2326
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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Dr. Michael | October 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Business
Smart Lawyer and Good Person
Really smart lawyer and good person too. Larry has represented our company for over ten years. He always knows the right answer and how to explain it in a clear and easy way. We have not prevailed in every instance but have in most.
Posted by Fright-Rags | December 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Intellectual Property
Larry is my "go-to" guy!
Larry has guided me in many different legal situations regarding usage of our t-shirt designs. He is very clear and upfront in his approach - which I admire and respect - and often brings his own ideas to our conversations that help expand upon what we are doing. Knowing I can contact him with any tr...
Posted by Julie Hurwitz | December 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Integrity at it's finest
Count your lucky stars if Mr. Zerner takes your case. We waited 4 months for him to be available and all the while he suggested that we may want to look elsewhere so we could get moving on things. And so we waited. Larry knows what he is doing, he takes a strong stand with integrity & he is a mensch...
Posted by Alex | December 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Intellectual Property
Great Copyright, Trademark and IP advice.
I have worked with Larry for several years surrounding various copyright, trademark and intellectual properties questions, issues and compliance. Larry has been extremely helpful with regard to developing best practices for our clearance procedures and is always timely with any filing and correspond...
Lawrence Jeremiah Zerner's Lawyer Endorsements
"Larry Zerner is a skilled, personable, and talented attorney. He's willing to defend and protect the rights of copyright owners in infringement matters. Working with Larry Zerner is a great experience."
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"I often refer clients and others to Larry when they need help with trademark and copyright matters. He's a great attorney and someone I trust."
Cheryl Hodgson
Trademark application lawyer
Gene Takagi
Corporate and incorporation lawyer
Jonathan Kirsch
Intellectual property lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Larry Zerner
1992 - 2000
Associate, Kirsch & Mitchell
Associations
2013 - 2016
California Society of Entertainment LawyersCo-Chair
2010 - 2015
Los Angeles Copyright SocietyMember
Sample of Legal Cases
DC Comics v. Towle
On Appeal
Berquist v. HBO
Settled
Education
1991
Loyola Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
California St Univ Northridge
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Scriptfest
Screenwriter Law School
2017
San Diego Comic-Con
Comic Book Law School
2017
New Playwrights Foundation
10 Ten Legal Tips Writers Need to Know To Avoid Getting Ripped Off
2017
Beverly Hills Bar Association
Terminated On Friday the 13th: An Update On Terminating Copyright Transfers
2016
California Lawyers for the Arts
The Top 10 Legal Things Every Filmmaker Needs to Know about Getting Ripped Off
2014
Comic-Con
Hot Topics in the Law
2010
Screenwriting Expo
Top 10 Legal Tips Every Screenwriter Needs to Know
2009
Screenwriting Expo
Top Ten Legal Tips Every Screenwriter Needs to Know
2007
Scriptwriters Showcase
Legal Issues for Screenwriters
2006
Scriptwriters Showcase
Legal Issues for Screenwriters
2006
Screenwriting Expo
Legal Issues for Screenwriters
Publications
2005
Writers Store Magazine
WGA Registration vs. Copyright Registration
2004
Final Draft Presents Ask The Pros: Screenwriting - 101 Questions Answered by Industry Professionals
Common Questions asked by Screenwriters
2004
Writers Store Magazine
I want my rights back