Jackson Walker is pleased to announce the selection of the following seven partners to Lawdragon’s inaugural list of “The 500 Leading Global Entertainment, Sports & Media Lawyers”:
- Chip Babcock – Litigation: Entertainment, Digital, Sports, Media, IP
- Marc Fuller – Litigation: Media, Entertainment, Technology
- Bob Latham – Litigation: Media, Sports, IP
- Emilio Nicolas – Litigation: IP, Media, Copyright, Trademark
- Nate St. Clair – Litigation: IP, Entertainment, Sports
- Paul Watler – Litigation & Appellate: Media
- Shannon Zmud Teicher – Litigation: Entertainment, Media, IP, Technology
The inaugural Lawdragon guide highlights lawyers who play a pivotal role in advising high-profile figures, leagues, teams, universities, and global competition bodies across a wide range of legal matters. These professionals handle issues ranging from antitrust and athlete compensation to intellectual property protection and stadium development. As the entertainment, sports, and media industries continue to expand their global reach, the attorneys recognized in this guide exemplify the experience and commitment required to navigate the complex and evolving legal landscapes.
Launched in 2005, Lawdragon is a legal media company that features news, editorial features, and a variety of guides to the nation’s top legal professionals who lead in a particular practice area or industry and who have handled significant matters within the past year. The professionals chosen for this list have demonstrated exceptional skill and leadership in their respective fields, reinforcing Jackson Walker’s reputation as a powerhouse in media, entertainment, and sports law.
To view the full list, visit “The 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Entertainment, Sports & Media Lawyers.”
About Our Entertainment, Digital, & Sports Practice
Jackson Walker’s Entertainment, Digital, & Sports practice group combines deep industry knowledge with a full-service approach to help clients navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of entertainment, sports, and digital media. As technological advancements continue to reshape these industries, our team provides strategic counsel on emerging legal and business challenges, from financing and production to licensing and distribution. Clients rely on our attorneys’ forward-thinking guidance, business-minded approach, and legal acumen to anticipate and address the complexities of today’s digital marketplace while positioning them for future opportunities in this dynamic space.
