What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Associate Lawyer position at YU LESEBERG, A PROFESSIONAL LAW CORPORATION?
Senior Associate, Entertainment Attorney
Yu Leseberg, A Professional Law Corporation is a Los Angeles-based boutique entertainment law firm specializing in music, copyright, and intellectual property matters. We represent recording artists, management companies, publishers, creators, influencers, and industry executives.
We're seeking a collaborative team player to join our full-time, on-site practice.
What You'll Do:
Negotiate and draft music industry agreements (management, recording, distribution, producer, sample clearance, creator/brand partnerships)
Handle complex worldwide music publishing and neighboring rights issues
Manage album clearance, executive employment, touring, and NDA agreements
Draft copyright registrations and prosecute trademark matters
Supervise royalty audits and resolve licensing/contractual disputes
Provide litigation support and draft legal correspondence
Work independently with quality control before partner review
What You Bring:
2 years at a law firm with music-focused or complex copyright/trademark litigation experience (strongly preferred)
Strong knowledge of U.S. Copyright Act and trademark law
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple matters from inception to completion
Excellent drafting and communication skills
Self-starter who takes initiative (litigation experience a plus)
California Bar Admitted from an accredited law school
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary: $100,000–$165,000 (based on experience)
Annual bonus
Medical, dental, vision
Retirement plan (after 24 months)
Revenue share on clients you bring to the firm
Apply now to join our innovative, client-focused team.
Salary : $100,000 - $165,000