Atty. Paul D. Schindler
Paul D. Schindler is the Senior Chair of the New York Entertainment and Media Practice.
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Paul D. Schindler is a Shareholder; Senior Chair, New York Entertainment and Media Practice based in New York, New York, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1972). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1971) and Syracuse University (B.A., 1968). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Paul D. Schindler is the Senior Chair of the New York Entertainment and Media Practice
- Paul and Allen Grubman established a law firm in May 1974 and were joined shortly thereafter by Arthur Indursky
- Together they formed the law firm of Grubman Indursky & Schindler, P.C
- Over the years, Paul Schindler has served as counsel to numerous award-winning, multi-platinum musical artists, producers, record labels, and various types of entertainment companies
- Concentrations •Entertainment law, including music, film and television •Contract negotiations and renegotiations for superstar recording artists, producers, high profile entertainment executives, celebrities and corporations •Production, label, distribution and joint venture agreements •Licensing, merchandising, fashion, fragrance and cosmetics deals •Soundtrack agreements for major motion pictures •Literary agreements with major book publishers •Sponsorship, endorsement and touring agreements •Corporate acquisitions, mergers and consultation of National and International entertainment companies and individuals •Executive compensation agreements •Sale of entertainment catalogues •Representation of numerous significant songwriters in publishing and joint venture agreements with major publishing companies •Negotiation of theater and recording agreements Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Listed, Variety, 'Music Legal Elite,' 2025 •Listed, The Hollywood Reporter, 'Power Lawyers: Top Attorneys List,' 2010, 2025 •Named, Billboard magazine, 'Top Music Lawyers,' 2017-2018 and 2020-2024 •Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, New York Metro Super Lawyers, 2006-2025 •Listed, Variety, 'Legal Impact Report,' 2014 and 2023 •Listed, Variety,'Dealmakers Impact Report,' 2012 and 2023 •Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Entertainment Law - Music, 2007-2023 •Team Member, a Law360 'Media & Entertainment Practice Group of the Year,' 2022 •Listed, Chambers USA Guide, 2006-2019 •Listed, Variety, “Dealmakers Elite: New York,' September 26, 2017 •Named, U.S
- News - Best Lawyers 'Law Firm of the Year' in Entertainment Law - Music, 2011-2012 •Listed, The Legal 500 United States, Media and Entertainment - Film, Music and TV, 2007 •Listed, Who's Who in Entertainment
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Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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