About John
John M. Gatti: Leading Entertainment Litigation Attorney in Los Angeles
For over 31 years, John M. Gatti has been a trusted legal advocate and strategic partner for studios, networks, talent, and entertainment companies navigating the complex landscape of entertainment law. As a partner in the firm’s Entertainment Litigation practice and a resident of Los Angeles, Mr. Gatti brings an unparalleled depth of experience, consistently recognized as a Top 100 Influential Attorney in Entertainment by *The Hollywood Reporter* and a Super Lawyer. His dedication to achieving exceptional outcomes for his clients has solidified his reputation as a leading litigator specializing in intellectual property rights and commercial disputes within the entertainment industry.
Mr. Gatti’s practice encompasses a broad range of legal matters, including breach of contract claims, unfair competition lawsuits, copyright and trademark infringement disputes, and profit participation claims. He possesses extensive trial experience across diverse sectors of the entertainment, media, sports, Internet, and gaming industries, offering specialized expertise in areas such as media torts, including defamation, invasion of privacy, and the right to publicity – protecting celebrity names and likenesses in all forms of media, including the digital realm. His strategic approach and meticulous attention to detail make him a formidable opponent and a valuable resource for clients facing significant legal challenges.
With a proven track record of success, Mr. Gatti’s expertise extends to complex commercial lawsuits, providing robust legal counsel and aggressive representation. He consistently defends the interests of individuals and corporations, whether representing studios, television networks, film financers, talent, gaming and sports entities, or independent entertainment production companies. His work frequently involves navigating intricate issues surrounding idea submission claims and the enforcement of intellectual property rights, ensuring his clients' creative works and business interests are fully protected.
Key Areas of Practice:
Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television: Mr. Gatti provides expert legal guidance on all aspects of film and television production, distribution, and financing. He handles contracts, intellectual property disputes, and other legal matters that arise during the creative process.
Litigation - Intellectual Property: A specialist in intellectual property law, he defends clients' copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets, aggressively protecting their brand assets and creative works.
Commercial Litigation: Mr. Gatti brings a deep understanding of commercial disputes, providing strategic legal counsel and representing clients in a variety of business-related litigation matters.
Practice Area Specializations: His focus on the entertainment, media, sports, Internet, and gaming industries provides him with a unique understanding of the specific legal challenges faced by these businesses. He has a particular expertise in matters relating to media torts – defamation, invasion of privacy, right to publicity, and the use of celebrity name and likeness in all media, including the Internet.
Awards & Recognition:
Recognized: Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television (Consistently Ranked Among Top Entertainment Attorneys)
Recognized: Litigation - Intellectual Property (Highly Respected for Expertise in Intellectual Property Disputes)
Practice Area: Commercial Litigation (Experienced in Handling Complex Business and Commercial Lawsuits)
Practice Area: Entertainment Law - Music (Specialized Knowledge in Music Industry Legal Matters)
Special Focus: COVID-19 (Provides Legal Counsel Related to Business Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic)
Affiliations:
Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2018
City: Los Angeles, State: California, Country: United States
Education:
Bar Admissions: Admitted to practice in State and Federal Courts.
John M. Gatti’s dedication to providing exceptional legal service and his consistent recognition as a leading entertainment attorney underscore his commitment to achieving favorable outcomes for his clients. He is a trusted advisor and a powerful advocate, continually setting the standard for excellence in entertainment litigation.
