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Who’s Watching Out for Talent? The Ethical Responsibilities of the Entertainment Advisory Team
Who's Watching Out for Talent? The Ethical Responsibilities of the Entertainment Advisory Team
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May 22, 2026
Shane Nix, a partner in Willkie's Tax Department and the Entertainment Transactions Practice, and associate Samuel Hoops authored an article in the May/June 2026 issue of Los Angeles Lawyer, "Who's Watching Out for Talent? The Ethical Responsibilities of the Entertainment Advisory Team."
The article discusses the roles within an entertainment advisory team - often an entertainment lawyer, a business manager, and an agent - their respective professional obligations, and the risks that arise when the need for outside tax counsel is overlooked. It goes on to discuss business scenarios that would require input from a tax attorney and outline best practices for entertainment attorneys to safeguard against pitfalls.
Read the full Los Angeles Lawyer article here.
The article discusses the roles within an entertainment advisory team - often an entertainment lawyer, a business manager, and an agent - their respective professional obligations, and the risks that arise when the need for outside tax counsel is overlooked. It goes on to discuss business scenarios that would require input from a tax attorney and outline best practices for entertainment attorneys to safeguard against pitfalls.
Read the full Los Angeles Lawyer article here.
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