Neil A. Sussman

Neil A. Sussman

4.6
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 43 years

Entertainment Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Entertainment, Tax

10751 Densmore Ave N, Seattle, WA

About Neil

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Entertainment 50%

43 years

50%
Tax 50%

43 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 140-160 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 43 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1982

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Location

Law Offices of Neil A. Sussman

10751 Densmore Ave N, Seattle, WA, 98133-8943

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Neil A. Sussman's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Donna Carpenter | July 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Intellectual Property

Neil Sussman is the Best International Entertainment Attorney & Accountant

I am writing to recommend most strongly Neil Sussman, Esq. He has been my attorney for over 27 years and I consider him as one of the top international entertainment attorney and accountant on the market. He is an anchor in my businesses never holding back from the realities at hand. He is of outstan...ding character: disciplined, hardworking (24/7), trustworthy, loyal, and responsible. He holds a high standard to the longevity of his clients that's why he steadily and undramatically lays down the law. He is an intercal part in the foundation of our companies history. His tutelage has enabled us to successfully book and rebook internationally world-renowned headliners from Mary J. Blige, James Brown, Natalie Cole, Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, Snoop Dogg, Edgar Winter, Rick Derringer, Run DMC, Bootsy Collins, Tuck & Patti, House of Pain, Babyface, Cameo, Biz Markie, Me'Chell Ndege'Ocello, Patra, Mad Cobra, Shabba Ranks, A Tribe Called Quest, De La Soul, George Clinton & P-Funk All Stars, Jody Watly, Onxy, Johnny Gill, Stylistics, Gap Band, Expose', Adeva, Ghost & Culture, Boogie Down Productions, Super Cat, Organized Konfusion, Ziggy Marley & the Melody Makers, Pharcyde, Cypress Hill, De La Soul, Black Street & Teddy Riley, Mark Farne', Ohio Players, Barbara Weathers, Delfonics, Kenny Garrett, Mary Davis, and more. Now, he is also my daughter's attorney assisting her on media, commercial, university tours, governmental State Department tours and more. He has truly protected my daughter's creative rights, images and more from all the charlatans thereby creating a sustainable foundation for decades to come. We are very fortunate to have you on our side. Again, I commend him to you most highly and without any reservations whatsoever.

Posted by Michael | July 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Intellectual Property

An a-1 rating

Neil has been helping me with music contract, music contacts trademarks, real estate transactions and now taxes. He always returns calls promptly and never thinks any of my ideas are crazy ( although he has talked me out of a few of them) with common sense and the letter of the law. He always has my ...back. The best attorney I've ever had and I've had quite a few.

Posted by David Portnow | July 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Intellectual Property

The best for copyright/entertainment/& tax law

I began using the Law Offices of Neil Sussman in 1985. Originally, I used his services for entertainment and copyright law. I had an accountant for tax preparation who did not understand royalty income. In 1988 I had Sussman take over accounting and tax preparation as well. My greatest fear is the d...ay he retires. I have referred hundreds to him over the years and they have all thanked me . I would recommend this man to anyone who needs the services!

Posted by Sable | July 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Intellectual Property

Over 25 years of excellent representation

Neil has been my attorney for almost 30 years. In that time he's done my entertainment taxes (saving me thousands of dollars), negotiated and advised on numerous contracts (and taught me what to avoid), handled a small inheritance that attracted the IRS for an audit, helped with copyrights, and saved... me untold grief with his recommendations. I have learned a great deal from Neil regarding the various entertainment contracts I've been faced with both personally and in my job. I pulled Neil in for my boss when we were in need of astute advice and from that day on Neil was the company's attorney (about 10 years until my boss retired). Quite frankly, I don't make a move without consulting Neil first. I've recommended him to many friends and colleagues and will continue to do so. I look forward to the next 25+ years.

Posted by anonymous | July 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Intellectual Property

Neil Sussman

I have retained Neil Sussman as my attorney for approx. 30 years. I have the highest regard for Neil. He has given me excellent guidance over the years in matters such as Contracts, trademarks, lawsuits, and copyrights, etc. I highly recommend him for anybody looking for an attorney!!!

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Work Experience

1982 - Present

, Law Offices of Neil Sussman

Associations

2000 - Present

Washing Lawyers for the Arts

volunteer speaker

1982 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Neil Sussman

Education

1982

University of Washington School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

University of Pennsylvania

B.S. Economics

Speaking Engagements

2015

Tax Workshop for Artists, Entertainers and Musicians

Income Taxes

2015

Music Law: The Basics and Beyond

Entertainment Law

Publications

2001

Script Magazine What's A Script Worth?

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