Atty. Stefan Schick

Atty. Stefan Schick

Stefan Schick has been practicing entertainment law for more than 16 years, with a specialty in live theater. Stefan advises clients on all aspects of creating, developing, financing, producing, co-producing and licensing Broadway, off-Broadway, touring, regional, West End and other overseas live stage productions, from the initial rights deal to opening night and beyond.

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Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY

Profile Summary

About Stefan Schick at a Glance

Stefan Schick is a entertainment attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Loeb & Loeb LLP. Admitted to practice in New York, New York. Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 2000) and Brown University (—). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law - Theater (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated November 2026

About Stefan Schick

  • Stefan Schick has been practicing entertainment law for more than 16 years, with a specialty in live theater
  • Stefan advises clients on all aspects of creating, developing, financing, producing, co-producing and licensing Broadway, off-Broadway, touring, regional, West End and other overseas live stage productions, from the initial rights deal to opening night and beyond
  • His clients include film studios, producers, investors, playwrights, bookwriters, composers, lyricists, directors, designers, music publishers and other rights owners, some who are writing or producing their first play or musical and others who are multiple Tony Award winners
  • His clients have played key roles in such Broadway and West End shows as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Finding Neverland, Hamilton, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Misery, Motown, Pippin, School of Rock and Waitress
  • Stefan represents nearly all of the major film studios on their live stage work, and he has developed deep expertise on all issues relating to turning a film, television show, life story or other underlying property into a play or musical
  • He also has considerable experience with the licensing of pre-existing music for use in so-called “jukebox” musicals, and with the private securities offerings (and related investment documents) that producers use to raise money for their shows
  • Stefan also has extensive experience in the production of non-scripted television and digital programming, where he represents both cable networks and prominent production companies
  • Earlier in his career, Stefan represented clients in the areas of film production, advertising, marketing and promotions, content licensing, and online and financial privacy, and he continues to collaborate with his colleagues in Loeb’s Advanced Media and Technology, Tax, Corporate and Intellectual Property departments on issues requiring their special expertise
  • Stefan had the honor and privilege of being able to call the esteemed and beloved theater lawyer Seth Gelblum his mentor and friend for over 16 years

Practice Areas Explained

Stefan Schick's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stefan Schick handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Stefan Schick

Where is Stefan Schick's law office located?
Stefan Schick's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Loeb & Loeb LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stefan Schick handle?
Stefan Schick focuses on entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Stefan Schick go to law school?
Stefan Schick earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (—).
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What awards or recognition has Stefan Schick received?
Stefan Schick's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television; Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law - Theater; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Media Law.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in New York Choose Stefan Schick

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Stefan Schick's practice in the field of entertainment.

Focused Entertainment Practice

Concentrating on entertainment means Stefan Schick's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.

Local Presence in New York

A New York-based practice means Stefan Schick attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

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Stefan Schick's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
Columbia University
- 2000
—
Brown University
- In Progress

Awards & Professional Honors

Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law - Theater
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Media Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

New York, New York

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