Darren has a full-service practice at the intersection of entertainment, fashion, esports, and technology, but is "more than just an attorney." Combining business-savvy transactional skills with two decades of litigating high-stakes corporate, entertainment, and IP litigation, Darren is a legal and industry consultant to some of the most recognized entertainment companies; festivals; esports leagues, teams, and companies; media platforms; lifestyle and fashion houses; and emerging technology companies and routinely leverages his expansive network in these industries to establish unique and profitable collaborations for his clients.
As a thought leader on legal issues facing the esports and gaming ecosystem, Darren represents all segments of the industry, including leagues, teams, publishers, events, product providers, content creators, media companies, marketing companies, tournament providers, and investors. He provides business counsel and legal solutions to a variety of industry-related transactions, with a focus on team and league organization; licensing, promotions, and sponsorships; tournament and event production; and litigation.
Represents international multi-day music festivals; cultural festivals; and other large-scale live events and nightclubs, in negotiating all facets of related agreements, including artist engagements, staging, artist residencies, sponsorships, streaming, content licensing, investment, performance, and cancellations.
Litigation: Has over two decades of experience in high-stakes corporate, entertainment, and IP litigation. He has represented Fortune 500 companies, record labels, fashion houses, branded events, music festivals, recording and performing artists, celebrities, athletes, and others in a range of litigation matters.