Attorneys can be very intimidating; especially ones who represent big names like Taylor Sheridan (Yellowstone,) Dave Filoni (Star Wars: Grogu) and more! I’ve been friends with Neil Meyer, esq for over 15 years and while he gives off a very casual vibe, he is a serious defender of his client’s interests and a highly skilled negotiator who has worked on some of the most significant deals in TV and movie history. When Halle Berry won the “Best Actress” Oscar for Monster’s Ball, she thanked her attorney Neil Meyer twice! You can see it here.
I’ve learned a lot from him over the years, so naturally, I asked him to speak with my students a few times. Luckily, we have a replay of one of those unedited, one-hour “Coffee with KP” sessions where he shares his story and gives advice for 20-somethings just starting out.
If you plan on working as an attorney, being represented by one or you want to enjoy an hour learning about entertainment law, this hour is for YOU!
In this one hour episodes, you’ll learn:
The differences between litigators, business affairs executives, and transactional attorneys (and best and worst parts of each role)
What to look for in a contract when you are first starting out (and how you know who you can trust)
The importance of relationships in signing and keeping clients (It was Neil’s relationship with another father from his son’s little league that helped Halle Berry get the role in Monster’s Ball!)
Neil graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and earned his law degree from UCLA. Neil began his career as a litigator before making the leap into entertainment law, eventually building a powerhouse practice negotiating film, television, and talent deals. Today, he works as a top transactional entertainment attorney representing elite creative talent across Hollywood at Meyer & Downs.
Enjoy! Hugs, KP
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