Atty. Marsha S. Brooks

Atty. Marsha S. Brooks

Phi Beta Kappa. Adjunct Professor, Hofstra University School of Law, 1990-1995.

New York New York 51 yrs experience 51 year
Call (212) 257-3369 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Marsha S. Brooks at a glance

Marsha S. Brooks is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Brooks & Distler. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on ip and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1975). Educated at Hofstra University (J.D., 1974) and University College of Arts and Sciences of New York University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Phi Beta Kappa
  • Adjunct Professor, Hofstra University School of Law, 1990-1995

Author

  • "The Legal Aspects of Producing For Legitimate Theatre," (chapter) in Entertainment Law, New York State Bar Association, 1990
  • Chapter Author in "No Identity Crisis," by Melvin and Mario Van Peebles, Fireside, Simon & Schuster, 1990
  • "Negotiating and Drafting Stage Contracts," (chapter) in The Dow Jones-Irwin Handbook for Entertainers and Their Professional Advisers, 1987
  • Co-Author, "Setting the Stage," Legal Aspects of International Film and Television Co-productions, Daily Variety, June 26, 1991

Lecturer

  • "Deals: Producers' Relationships with Agents and Attorneys," The Broadway League October 27, 2009
  • "Legal Aspects for Producing in Commercial Theatre," Commercial Theatre Institute, April 26, 2002
  • "Securing Talent and Financing for Motion Pictures," ABA and Harvard Symposium on Entertainment Law, April 20, 1996
  • "Licensing Issues in International Copyright Transactions," Stanford Law School, March 17, 1993, March 16, 1995
  • "The Business of Commercial Theatre," Stanford Law School, March 14, 1996
  • "The Business of International Commercial Theatre," Stanford Law School, April 7, 1998
  • "International Theatre Productions," (Foreign Rights), Law and Theatre Seminar, Columbia Law School, March 24, 1992, March 9, 1993, March 29, 1994, March 28, 1995, April 1, 1997 and March 31, 1998
  • "Legal Aspects of Producing in the Commercial Sector," Commercial Theater Institute, February 10, 1997 and May 12,1997
  • "Making Deals That Work with Writers, Directors, Producers and Other Talent," Show Biz Expo East, September 16, 1991
  • "Making Your Deal as a Producer, Director, Writer," Show Biz Expo East, January 8, 1993
  • "The Legal and Business Aspects of Film and Television," Show Biz Expo East, January 8, 1994
  • Workshop-"Legal Affairs for the Independent Producer," Show Biz Production Expo New York, January 7, 1995, January 5, 1996
  • "Selling Your Play to Film and Television," Seminar, The Dramatists Guild, Inc., January 13, 1993
  • "On the Road: How Tours are Produced," The Entertainment & Leisure Division of Marsh & McLennan and New York University Department of Arts Administration, 1991
  • "Legal Issues: How They Affect The Producer," Women in Film and Video and Boston Film/Video Foundation, 1990
  • "Intellectual Property Law as Applied to the Theatre," New York University Law School, 1988, 1989 and 1990
  • "What Is Entertainment Law & What Does An Entertainment Lawyer Do?
  • University of Pennsylvania Law School, 1990
  • "International Rights Transactions: A Case Study of Two Types of Transactions in Entertainment Law," Stanford Law School, February 18, 1986 and April 30, 1987
  • "The Legal Aspects of Commercial Theatre Production: The Lawyer's Role," Stanford Law School, 1985
  • "The Legal Aspects of Motion Picture Production from a Producer's View," Columbia University Film Division of the School of the Arts, 1983
  • "Motion Picture Financing," Seminar, Foundation for Independent Video and Filmmakers, 1985
  • "The Legal Maze of Docudrama," Copyright Society of the U.S.A., 1986
  • "The Legal Aspects of Commercial Theatre Production," Commercial Theater Institute, 1988
  • Member and Trustee, The Copyright Society of the U.S.A., 1985-1988
  • Chair, Committee on Theatre and Performing Arts, New York State Bar Association, 1994-1996
  • Member, Board of Contributing Editors, Entertainment Law and Finance Newsletter, 1985-1989
  • Board of Directors, New Dramatists, Inc., 1991-2000
  • Board of Directors, 1991-1993, 1981-1983 and Vice President, 1982-1983, New York Women in Film and Television, Inc
  • Steering Committee, League of Professional Theatre Women/New York, 1982-1987

Practice Areas Explained

Marsha S. Brooks's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Marsha S. Brooks handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Marsha S. Brooks's law office located?
Marsha S. Brooks's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Brooks & Distler. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marsha S. Brooks handle?
Marsha S. Brooks focuses on ip, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Marsha S. Brooks practiced law?
Marsha S. Brooks has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Marsha S. Brooks go to law school?
Marsha S. Brooks earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
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Marsha S. Brooks's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hofstra University
- 1974
B.A.
University College of Arts and Sciences of New York University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1975

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