33rd Annual
PRESENTED BY
The University of Texas School of Law
Texas Entertainment and Sports Law Section of the State Bar of Texas
Austin Nov 9-10, 2023 AT&T Conference Center
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Live Webcast Nov 9-10, 2023
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Overview
Don't miss the 33rd AnnualEntertainment Law Institute (ELI), now co-sponsored by The University of Texas School of Law and the Entertainment and Sports Law Section of the State Bar of Texas. ELI continues to bring together an outstanding faculty of nationally-regarded practitioners and industry insiders to keep entertainment lawyers up to date on the latest emerging trends, issues and breaking developments in music, film, games, and digital media.
Are you a 1st or 2nd year attorney?
Attend for just $195! Call 512.475.6700 to register.
Join us a day early forEntertainment Law 101—a perfect overview for new entrants to the field, or a refresher for more seasoned practitioners. Learn what it takes to become a sports lawyer, understand the ins and outs of running an independent music business, gain the essentials of copyright and trademark law for working in the arts, and more.
WEDNESDAY ELI WELCOME EVENT!
Following the 101 program, join TESLAW at Scholz's Biergarten and Bowling Alley for food, fun and bowling! Free for
conference attendees and faculty. Further details will be provided closer to the event.
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Event Schedule
Program is subject to change.
All times are Central Time Zone.
- Day 1 November 9, 2023
- Day 2 November 10, 2023
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Credit
Subject
Speaker
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Thursday Morning, Nov. 9, 2023
Presiding Officer:
Amy E. Mitchell, Amy E. Mitchell, PLLC - Austin, TX
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7:30 am
Registration Opens
Includes continental breakfast.
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8:20 am
Welcoming Remarks
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8:30 am
1.00 hr
0.25 hr ethicsName, Image, and Likeness (NIL) in College Sports, Year Three
A discussion of where things stand in the world of NIL and where they could be headed. Topics include NCAA policy, state and federal legislation, IRS and tax issues, international student-athletes, donor collectives, group licensing, and more.
Moderator:
Daniel Hare, Varsity Search and Baylor University - Waco, TX
Panelists:
Jeremy M. Evans, California Sports Lawyer - Newport Beach, CA
Jessica Presnall, Big 12 Conference - Irving, TX
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9:30 am
0.75 hr
On The Road Again: Legal Issues with Music Touring
Whether they’re taking an Econoline van or a Gulfstream private jet, your music clients are bound to have questions relating to their tours. From insurance coverage to crew agreements to immigration issues and more, discover what you need to know to advise your clients properly.
Stephen Henderson, Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP - Toronto, ON
Vikram O. Kadiri, Bell Nunnally & Martin LLP - Dallas, TX
David Shotts, Marsh McLennan Agency - Dallas, TX
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10:15 am
15-Minute Break
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10:30 am
1.00 hr
0.25 hr ethicsCase Law Update
An annual roundup of notable court rulings, including Texas judicial decisions, that impact the practice of entertainment law.
Stan Soocher, Entertainment Law & Finance - Denver, CO
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11:30 am
0.75 hr
Intro to AI: Registering Works that Incorporate Artificial Intelligence
The last year has seen a dramatic expansion in the use of generative AI technologies, which has prompted questions about the copyrightability of AI-generated works. Get up to speed on the U.S. Copyright Office’s AI initiative, walk through the Office’s views on registering works generated in whole or in part by AI, and answer some frequently asked questions.
John R. Riley, U.S. Copyright Office - Washington, DC
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12:15 pm
0.25 hr ethics
Chatting ChatGPT
Get a fast-paced introduction to emerging AI technologies that lawyers need to know about, including a demonstration of these breakthroughs with a focus on the risks of using these technologies without understanding how they work.
Stephen Henderson, Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP - Toronto, ON
Brent A. Turman, Bell Nunnally - Dallas, TX
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12:30 pm
Austin OnlyPick Up Lunch (in Austin)
Included in registration.
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Thursday Afternoon, Nov. 9, 2023
Presiding Officer:
Gwendolyn Seale, Mike Tolleson and Associates - Austin, TX
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TEXAS STAR AWARD AND LUNCHEON PRESENTATION
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12:50 pm
Texas Star Award Presentation
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1:00 pm
0.75 hr
Legal and Business Concerns in True Crime Podcasting
Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer™ provides an in-depth analysis of the legal landscape, issues and considerations that arise when producing true crime podcasts, including intellectual property, plagiarism, defamation, privacy concerns, and more. Gain valuable insights that can be applied to your practice and clients in the podcasting industry.
Gordon P. Firemark, Law Offices of Gordon P. Firemark - Los Angeles, CA
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1:45 pm
15-Minute Break
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2:00 pm
1.00 hr
0.25 hr ethicsProtecting an Artist’s Legacy with Estate and Intellectual Property Succession Planning
Discover the untold consequences of neglecting estate and IP succession planning as a recording artist/songwriter and delve into the complex web of copyrights, trademarks, and publicity rights arising posthumously. Hear practical steps and real-world examples to make a plan and to tackle a failure to plan.
Tamera H. Bennett, Bennett Law Office, PC - Lewisville, TX
Daniel L. White, Ward White PLLC - McKinney, TX
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3:00 pm
1.00 hr
0.50 hr ethicsTales from the Trenches: Recurring Litigation Practice Minefields in Entertainment Law Cases
Enjoy tales of litigation in entertainment and media cases including net profits in motion pictures and TV, theft of idea and copyright infringement cases, libel, and class actions against record companies, talent unions and movie studios.
Moderator:
Stan Soocher, Entertainment Law & Finance - Denver, CO
Panelist:
Neville L. Johnson, Johnson & Johnson LLP - Beverly Hills, CA
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4:00 pm
Adjourn to Networking Reception
Join us for drinks and hors d'oeuvres with program faculty and attendees.
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Credit
Subject
Speaker
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Friday Morning, Nov. 10, 2023
Presiding Officer:
Brent A. Turman, Bell Nunnally - Dallas, TX
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8:00 am
Conference Room Opens
Includes continental breakfast.
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8:30 am
1.00 hr
LIVE EDITION! Entertainment Law Update Podcast
Join us for a special live edition of the Entertainment Law Update Podcast, where you'll get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look as co-hosts Tamera Bennett and Gordon Firemark produce the November episode of our groundbreaking podcast. Don't miss this unique opportunity to see the magic happen and stay up-to-date on the latest legal developments in the entertainment industry!
Tamera H. Bennett, Bennett Law Office, PC - Lewisville, TX
Gordon P. Firemark, Law Offices of Gordon P. Firemark - Los Angeles, CA
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9:30 am
1.00 hr
Drafting Fair Use, Defamation and Other Rights Clearance Opinion Letters for Your Productions
What do clearance attorneys need to think about when drafting opinion letters regarding rights issues for their clients? Hear from an expert who has written rights clearance opinion letters for hundreds of projects, ranging from true crime documentaries to scripted films based on or inspired by true stories. Learn what clients, insurance companies, distributors and other stakeholders come to expect when reviewing an opinion letter for films and television programs.
Christopher Perez, Donaldson Callif Perez LLP - Los Angeles, CA
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10:30 am
15-Minute Break
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10:45 am
1.00 hr
Navigating the Complexities of Copyright Termination and Recapture Rights
The realm of termination and recapture rights under the U.S. Copyright Act presents a labyrinth full of pitfalls for practitioners which can result in their clients losing their "second bite at the apple." Hear an overview of Sections 203 and 304 of the Copyright Act, discuss the termination process in the context of music from providing notice to potentially settling and negotiating new deals with publishers and labels, and examine the results of recent court cases in this ever-evolving area of copyright law practice.
Adam Rich, Davis Wright Tremaine LLP - New York, NY
Gwendolyn Seale, Mike Tolleson and Associates - Austin, TX
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Friday Afternoon, Nov. 10, 2023
Presiding Officer:
Amy E. Mitchell, Amy E. Mitchell, PLLC - Austin, TX
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11:45 am
Austin OnlyNETWORKING LUNCH AND MENTORSHIP OPPORTUNITY
(In Austin Only)Network with colleagues and converse with conference faculty and other entertainment law experts in multiple practice areas and firm sizes. Lunch is included in registration.
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1:00 pm
1.00 hr
0.50 hr ethicsNavigating the Minefield of AI-Generated Content
The spread of generative artificial intelligence has raised a host of questions in areas of law spanning copyright, right of publicity, privacy and others.Hear perspectives on those emerging questions and where the law may be headed.
Moderator:
Ken Pajak, Pajak Law, PLLC - Austin, TX
Panelist:
Sy Damle, Latham & Watkins LLP - Washington, DC
Ken Doroshow, Recording Industry Association of America - Washington, DC
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2:00 pm
15-Minute Break
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2:15 pm
1.00 hr
The Impact of Warhol v. Goldsmith: In Conversation with Lynn Goldsmith
In May of 2023, the US Supreme Court released its landmark decision in Andy Warhol Foundation v. Lynn Goldsmith. Join Lynn Goldsmith herself in conversation with photography attorney Thomas Maddrey, and hear the story behind the case that signals a generational shift in what courts deem "transformational" use.
Moderator:
Thomas Maddrey, American Society of Media Photographers - Dallas, TX
Panelist:
Lynn Goldsmith, Lynn Goldsmith Photography - Nashville, TN
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3:15 pm
1.00 hr
0.25 hr ethicsEverything’s Bigger in Texas! A Texas Live Event GC Roundtable
Explore legal issues facing major entertainment events, from the bid process through the after-action report, and look behind the curtain at what goes into the show.
Moderator:
Stephen Starks, Live Nation Entertainment - Dallas, TX
Panelists:
J. Carlos Kuri, SXSW - Austin, TX
Monica Paul, Dallas Sports Commission - Dallas, TX
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4:15 pm
Adjourn
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TESLAW'S TOP EVENT PICK!
Faculty member, Lynn Goldsmith, will host a photography exhibit at Modern Rocks Gallery on Friday 11/10 from 6:00-9:00 p.m.
- Day 1 November 9, 2023
- Day 2 November 10, 2023
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Conference Faculty
Tamera H. Bennett
Bennett Law Office, PC
Lewisville, TX
Sy Damle
Latham & Watkins LLP
Washington, DC
Ken Doroshow
Recording Industry Association of America
Washington, DC
Jeremy M. Evans
California Sports Lawyer
Newport Beach, CA
Gordon P. Firemark
Law Offices of Gordon P. Firemark
Los Angeles, CA
Lynn Goldsmith
Lynn Goldsmith Photography
Nashville, TN
Daniel Hare
Varsity Search and Baylor University
Waco, TX
Stephen Henderson
Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP
Toronto, ON
Neville L. Johnson
Johnson & Johnson LLP
Beverly Hills, CA
Vikram O. Kadiri
Bell Nunnally & Martin LLP
Dallas, TX
J. Carlos Kuri
SXSW
Austin, TX
Thomas Maddrey
American Society of Media Photographers
Dallas, TX
Ken Pajak
Pajak Law, PLLC
Austin, TX
Monica Paul
Dallas Sports Commission
Dallas, TX
Christopher Perez
Donaldson Callif Perez LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Jessica Presnall
Big 12 Conference
Irving, TX
Adam Rich
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
New York, NY
John R. Riley
U.S. Copyright Office
Washington, DC
Gwendolyn Seale
Mike Tolleson and Associates
Austin, TX
David Shotts
Marsh McLennan Agency
Dallas, TX
Stan Soocher
Entertainment Law & Finance
Denver, CO
Stephen Starks
Live Nation Entertainment
Dallas, TX
Brent A. Turman
Bell Nunnally
Dallas, TX
Daniel L. White
Ward White PLLC
McKinney, TX
Planning Committee
Amy E. Mitchell—Chair
Amy E. Mitchell, PLLC
Austin, TX
Tamera H. Bennett
Bennett Law Office, PC
Lewisville, TX
Gwendolyn Seale
Mike Tolleson and Associates
Austin, TX
Stan Soocher
Entertainment Law & Finance
Denver, CO
Brent A. Turman
Bell Nunnally
Dallas, TX
Credit Info
- Austin
- Live Webcast
Toggle view Texas – 12.50 hrs | 2.25 hrs Ethics
You may claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to the State Bar of Texas.A Certificate of Attendance will be provided in Your Briefcase for your records. The system reports Texas CLE credit every Monday.If you are claiming credit in thelast week of your birth month, self-report your CLE credit directly to the State Bar of Texas attexasbar.com
Toggle view California – 12.50 hrs | 2.25 hrs Ethics
At the conference, you will need to sign in on the Record of Attendance form at the registration desk. Self-report your CLE credit directly to the State Bar of California at calbar.ca.gov. You must claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. UT Law CLE will maintain Attendance Records for four years.
Toggle view Oklahoma – 15.00 hrs | 2.50 hrs Ethics
At the conference, you will need to sign in on the Record of Attendance form at the registration desk. You must claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to the Oklahoma Bar Association within 30 days after the conference.
Toggle view Pennsylvania – 12.50 hrs | 2.00 hrs Ethics
UT Law CLE is an approved provider of Pennsylvania credit, sponsor #236.You must claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. You may also be required to sign-in at the registration desk if you are attending in-person - please see staff onsite for more details.Attorney attendance will be reported to Pennsylvania within 2 weeks of the webcast conclusion. Attorneys are not able to report this credit on their own, and UT Law CLE pays all associated fees for the credit hours. Contact Laura Tolin,ltolin@law.utexas.edu, if you have additional questions.
Toggle view Other States – 12.50 hrs | 2.25 hrs Ethics
Note on Self-Reporting Your Credits in Another State
If you wish to satisfy MCLE or other professional education requirements in another state for a program offered by the University of Texas School of Law, please check with the state bar or other licensing authority in that state to ensure it will qualify for self-reporting your credits.
At the conference, you will need to sign in on the Record of Attendance form at the registration desk. You must claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records.
MCLE credit is presented based on a 60-minute credit hour.
Toggle view TX Accounting CPE – 15.00 hrs
The University of Texas School of Law (Provider #250) live conferences are presumptively approved by The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy for Texas Accounting CPE credit based on a 50-minute credit hour. Approved for general CPE credit only.
At the conference, you are welcome to sign in on the Accounting CPE Record of Attendance form at the registration desk, but we are now reporting all credit online. You will receive a Texas Accounting Certificate of Completion in Your Briefcase. Self-report your CPE credit directly to TSBPA. UT Law CLE will maintain Attendance Records for four years.
Contact April Rogers, arogers@law.utexas.edu, if you have additional questions.
Toggle view Texas – 12.50 hrs | 2.25 hrs Ethics
UT Law CLE will report credit to the State Bar of Texas on your behalf. If you are claiming credit in the last week of your birth month, self-report your credit directly to the State Bar of Texas at texasbar.com. A Certificate of Completion will be emailed to you upon claiming credit.
Toggle view California – 12.50 hrs | 2.25 hrs Ethics
Self-report your CLE credit directly to the State Bar of California at calbar.ca.gov. Print and keep the Certificate of Completion for your records. A Certificate of Completion will be emailed to you upon claiming credit.
Toggle view Oklahoma – 15.00 hrs | 2.50 hrs Ethics
The University of Texas School of Law (Provider #169) live webcast presentations meet the requirements and are presumptively approved by the Oklahoma Bar Association for MCLE credit based on a 50-minute credit hour. This accreditation requires attendance verification. In compliance with the rules, UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.
To claim Oklahoma MCLE credit, Oklahoma credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. Upon claiming credit, a Certificate of Completion will be emailed to you. UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to the Oklahoma Bar Association within 30 days after the webcast.
Toggle view Pennsylvania – 12.50 hrs | 2.00 hrs Ethics
UT Law CLE is an approved provider of Pennsylvania credit, sponsor #236. Attorney attendance will be reported to Pennsylvania within 2 weeks of the webcast conclusion. Attorneys are not able to report this credit on their own, and UT Law CLE pays all associated fees for the credit hours. Contact Laura Tolin, ltolin@law.utexas.edu, if you have additional questions.
Toggle view Other States – 12.50 hrs | 2.25 hrs Ethics
Note on Self-Reporting Your Credits in Another State
If you wish to satisfy MCLE or other professional education requirements in another state for a program offered by the University of Texas School of Law, please check with the state bar or other licensing authority in that state to ensure it will qualify for self-reporting your credits.
To claim Other States MCLE credit, Other States credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast.You must claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records.
This accreditation requires attendance verification. UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.
MCLE credit is presented based on a 60-minute credit hour.
Toggle view TX Accounting CPE – 15.00 hrs
The University of Texas School of Law (Provider #250) live webcast presentations meet the requirements and are presumptively approved by the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy for Texas Accounting CPE credit based on a 50-minute credit hour. Approved for general CPE credit only.
This accreditation requires attendance verification. In compliance with the rules, UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.
To claim Texas Accounting CPE credit, the Texas Accounting CPE credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. Upon claiming credit, a Certificate of Completion will be emailed to you. Self-report your CPE credit directly to the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy.
Contact April Rogers, arogers@law.utexas.edu, if you have additional questions.
Key Dates
Austin – Nov 9-10, 2023 – AT&T Conference Center
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Last day for $475.00 Regular pricing: Nov 3, 2023
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Last day for cancellation (full refund): Nov 3, 2023
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Last day for cancellation: Nov 6, 2023
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Last day for $595.00 Regular pricing: Oct 25, 2023
$695.00 for registrations received after this time
Small Firm (per person for firms of 5 attorneys or fewer)
Last day for $495.00 Regular pricing: Oct 25, 2023
$695.00 for registrations received after this time
Group (5 registrants minimum)
Last day for $535.00 Regular pricing: Oct 25, 2023
$635.00 for registrations received after this time
Group (10 registrants minimum)
Last day for $475.00 Regular pricing: Oct 25, 2023
$575.00 for registrations received after this time
Last day for cancellation (full refund): Nov 3, 2023
$50 processing fee applied after this date
Last day for cancellation: Nov 6, 2023
Venue
The University of Texas at Austin
1900 University Avenue
Austin, TX
877.744.8822 (reservations)
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Accommodations
A room block is available at the AC Hotel Austin-University, just a short walk to the AT&T Conference Center. Aspecial room rate of $249 is available until October 23rd, or until the room block is exhausted, whichever comes first. You can reserve your room by visiting their website here.
Parking Information
Parking is available in the conference center'sattached garage, as well asRowling Hall Garage. Both garage entrances are located on W 20th St. Guests may self-park or use the hotel's valet services at the University Avenue entrance. Parking rates are subject to change without notice.
Self-parking fees:
Hourly Parking:
0-30 minutes, $3
31-60 minutes, $4
1– 2 hours, $6
2– 3 hours, $9
3– 4 hours, $12
4– 5 hours, $15
5– 8 hours, $18
8– 24 hours, $21
Valet Parking Rates:
Daily valet: $21
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