Topic: Can anyone recommend an entertainment lawyer?

[Michael Sussman]

I am collaborating with a screenwriter who is adapting my novel for the screen. Can anyone recommend an entertainment lawyer who could look over the agreement drafted by his attorney?

Thanks!

[Marissa Doyle]

Elaine English is both a literary attorney and an agent. I haven't worked with her but have met her and know she comes highly recommended.  www.elaineenglish.com

[Joni]

Anyone (including Matt Hooper) at Foster Pepper in Seattle, if you're near there.

(But M's suggestion might be better, since she has the agent perspective, too.)

[Michael Sussman]

Many thanks, Marissa and Joni. I will check them out--

[CC]

Elaine English is both a literary attorney and an agent.

For screenplays you need an actual entertainment lawyer which is different from a "Literary" lawyer, though. If the agreement is between you and the other screenwriter, his/her own attorney would be able to suggest someone at another firm, more than likely. That would at least give you a place to start.