What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Associate Law Clerk position at Seeker Music?
Company Description
Seeker Music is a forward-thinking music company that emphasizes a creator-first, creator-led approach to driving growth in both catalog and frontline music. The company has built an impressive catalog of well-known copyrights while developing a talented roster of songwriters and recording artists. Based in the Frogtown neighborhood of Los Angeles, Seeker Music is led by an experienced executive team including CEO Evan Bogart, a Grammy-winning songwriter.
Role Description
Seeker Music is seeking a Summer Associate Law Clerk for a full-time, on-site position located in Los Angeles. This person will work closely with Seeker Music's General Counsel, Dan Stuart, a music industry veteran with substantial experience at AWAL, Manatt, and King Holmes Paterno & Soriano. Daily tasks will include legal research, reviewing and analyzing contracts, assisting in compliance matters, and maintaining Seeker's contract management system. This role offers hands-on legal experience in an innovative music industry environment, with opportunities to work on projects related to music rights acquisitions, intellectual property, rights management, and other aspects of music and entertainment law.
Qualifications
- Strong foundation in music and contract law, with a preference for candidates currently pursuing or having completed a law degree (or equivalent)
- Experience in legal document preparation and management
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Proficiency in legal research
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated interest or experience in the music business and entertainment law
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively