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Los Angeles Business Journal Names Scott Gizer to its 2026 “Leaders of Influence: Litigators & Trial Attorneys” List
Category: Awards, News | Monday, July 13th, 2026 | Comments Off on Los Angeles Business Journal Names Scott Gizer to its 2026 “Leaders of Influence: Litigators & Trial Attorneys” List
The firm is pleased to announce that Scott Gizer has been recognized in the Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Leaders of Influence: Litigators & Trial Attorneys” list for 2026. The annual issue honors the most sought-after trial attorneys in the Los Angeles region, selected through a rigorous editorial process based on a demonstration of impact on both the profession and the greater community.
Describing this year’s honorees, the Business Journal notes “There is a special breed or attorney that needs to transcend expert comprehension of the legal system – the litigator. Lawyers who go to the proverbial mat to fight for their clients before judges and jury
have their own unique sets of skills.”
Scott’s profile highlights his stellar results for his clients, including as “the go-to coverage counsel for all of the major title insurers in the United States,” noting that he has tried over 30 cases as a first chair during his 23 year career.
Read Scott’s profile and the full list in the Los Angeles Business Journal:
Leaders of Influence: Litigators & Trial Attorneys – Los Angeles Business Journal
Early Sullivan Named to 2026 “Law Firms List” by the Los Angeles Business Journal
Category: Awards, News | Monday, June 29th, 2026 | Comments Off on Early Sullivan Named to 2026 “Law Firms List” by the Los Angeles Business Journal
Early Sullivan Wright Gizer & McRae is pleased to announce that the firm was recently honored by the Los Angeles Business Journal on its 2026 “Law Firms List.” The list annually recognizes the most highly regarded law firms in the Los Angeles region. Describing this year’s honorees, the LABJ notes, “In such a large and highly competitive legal market with thousands of firms across the region, being included on the List is an important distinction and strong recognition of a firm’s presence in the Los Angeles legal community.”
Read the full list in the Los Angeles Business Journal (subscription required):
2026 Top Law Firms – Los Angeles Business Journal
The Daily Journal Names Devin McRae to its 2026 List of the “Top Intellectual Property Lawyers” in California
Category: Awards, News | Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 | Comments Off on The Daily Journal Names Devin McRae to its 2026 List of the “Top Intellectual Property Lawyers” in California
The firm is pleased to announce that Devin McRae has been named to the Los Angeles and San Francisco Daily Journal’s list of the “Top Intellectual Property Lawyers” in California for 2026. The annual list honors “California’s top lawyers specializing in patent litigation, trademark and copyright.”
In the special issue, Devin was recognized for his recent representations of a screenwriter whose personal managers had exploited their position of trust, resulting in reduced compensation and diminished writing credit on a major film, as well as a film director asserting the right to complete a film on terms previously negotiated with the producers.
Of the former, Devin says that “the case was significant to me due to the principles involved, chief among them the fight to enforce agreements and fiduciary duties upon sharp-elbowed operators with large power advantages and weaker consciences.”
In his profile, the Daily Journal also delves into Devin’s early defense of a studio and producer against copyright infringement claims involving a reality television series, which he credits for beginning his trajectory in IP litigation.
“I dove deep into copyright law more so than any other subject I had litigated, and I had never enjoyed working on a case as much as that one,” Devin tells the Daily Journal.
To read Devin’s full profile in the Daily Journal, click Download PDF.
Chambers and Partners Names Early Sullivan to Spotlight California 2026 Guide
Category: Awards, News | Tuesday, April 14th, 2026 | Comments Off on Chambers and Partners Names Early Sullivan to Spotlight California 2026 Guide
Early Sullivan Wright Gizer & McRae is pleased to announce that the firm has been selected for inclusion in the 2026 edition of the Chambers Spotlight California Guide. The firm received a spot on the Los Angeles list in the practice area of Media & Entertainment.
Chambers’ annual Spotlight California Guide is a prestigious and highly-regarded honor awarded to small and medium-sized law firms that demonstrate strong expertise in their respective practice areas, through a rigorous research and evaluation process. The Media & Entertainment subcategory highlights firms who represent high-profile industry clients across significant transactional and litigated matters related to film, television, music, and digital media.
Read the full list and the firm’s profile in Chambers.
Devin McRae Named to The Hollywood Reporter’s 2026 List of “Hollywood’s 100 Most Powerful Lawyers”
Category: Awards | Thursday, April 9th, 2026 | Comments Off on Devin McRae Named to The Hollywood Reporter’s 2026 List of “Hollywood’s 100 Most Powerful Lawyers”
The firm is pleased to share that Devin McRae has secured a coveted spot on The Hollywood Reporter’s list of “Hollywood’s 100 Most Powerful Lawyers.” This prestigious THR feature profiles the top 100 dealmakers and litigators who have spearheaded the entertainment industry’s most high-profile and impactful matters over the past year.
In Devin’s profile, The Hollywood Reporter highlights his inimitable reputation for representing exploited authors; leading Hollywood publicity firms; and numerous prominent film and TV actors, writers, directors, and production companies in highly complex litigation matters. The feature specifically notes his successful representation of Copshop writer Kurt McLeod in a conflict-of-interest dispute over the Gerard Butler film, a case that was revived on appeal before settling this year. THR also outlines his current representation of Terrifier actress Catherine Corcoran in her profit participation suit against the franchise, and his representation of publicity firm MPRM in its legal battle against competitor 21West.
To view the full list with Devin’s profile, click below.
Hollywood’s 100 Most Powerful Lawyers – The Hollywood Reporter
Bryan Sullivan and Devin McRae Named to Lawdragon’s 2026 “500 Leading Global Entertainment, Sports & Media Lawyers” Guide
Category: Awards, News | Friday, February 20th, 2026 | Comments Off on Bryan Sullivan and Devin McRae Named to Lawdragon’s 2026 “500 Leading Global Entertainment, Sports & Media Lawyers” Guide
The firm is pleased to announce that Bryan Sullivan and Devin McRae have been selected for inclusion in the second annual edition of Lawdragon’s “500 Leading Global Entertainment, Sports & Media Lawyers” guide. According to Lawdragon, the attorneys selected for the guide “are at the center of it all, protecting brands, advising on ownership rights and investments, and heading off legal and reputational risk for globally recognized individuals.”
Bryan and Devin were recognized for their work in the “Transactions, Litigation – Entertainment, Media, Sports” and the “Litigation – Entertainment, IP” categories, respectively.
Known for its rigorous selection process, Lawdragon draws on journalistic research, nominations, and discussion with peers and other knowledgeable sources to identify the best entertainment lawyers around the globe.
For more information, see below.
The 2026 Lawdragon “500 Leading Global Entertainment, Sports & Media Lawyers” | Lawdragon
Eight Early Sullivan Attorneys Named 2026 Southern California “Super Lawyers;” Four Named “Rising Stars”
Category: Awards, News | Friday, February 20th, 2026 | Comments Off on Eight Early Sullivan Attorneys Named 2026 Southern California “Super Lawyers;” Four Named “Rising Stars”
The firm is pleased to announce that eight of its attorneys have been selected for inclusion on the 2026 Southern California “Super Lawyers” list. The annual “Super Lawyers” distinction is granted to the nation’s most outstanding attorneys, based on peer recognition, professional achievement, and independent research. Only the top 5% of lawyers in each state are selected to receive this honor.
The following attorneys have been recognized as “Super Lawyers” for their expertise in these practice areas:
– Eric Early – Business Litigation
– Scott Gizer – Business Litigation, Real Estate, Employment Litigation
– Diane Myint Luczon – Business Litigation
– Devin McRae – Entertainment & Sports, Intellectual Property Litigation, Business Litigation
– Peter Scott – Business Litigation
– Bryan Sullivan – Entertainment & Sports, Business Litigation, Business/Corporate
– William Wright – Business Litigation
– Lisa Zepeda – Business Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation, Business/Corporate, Entertainment & Sports
In addition, four of the firm’s attorneys have been named “Rising Stars.” The “Rising Stars” distinction honors attorneys that are under the age of 40 in the Southern California region who earned the highest point totals in the “Rising Stars” nomination, research, and blue ribbon review process. The rigorous selection process includes independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations prior to admission.
The following attorneys have been recognized as “Rising” for their expertise in these practice areas:
– Rebecca Claudat – Employment Litigation
– Jessica Detering – Business Litigation, Insurance Coverage
– Zachary Hansen – Entertainment & Sports, Business/Corporate
– Brett Moore – Business Litigation
Twelve Early Sullivan Attorneys Named “Best Lawyers in America;” Five Named to “Best Lawyers – Ones to Watch”
Category: Awards, News | Monday, September 8th, 2025 | Comments Off on Twelve Early Sullivan Attorneys Named “Best Lawyers in America;” Five Named to “Best Lawyers – Ones to Watch”
Early Sullivan attorneys Eric Altoon, Lisa L. Boswell, Eric Early, David Giannotti, Scott Gizer, Jeremy Gray, Devin McRae, Diane Myint Luczon, Christopher Ritter, Peter Scott, Bryan Sullivan, and Lisa Zepeda have been recognized among the top lawyers in the nation in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America, one of the oldest and most distinguished guides to the legal profession.
The following attorneys earned a spot in the 2026 edition for their work in the following practice areas:
- Eric Altoon – Real Estate Law
- Lisa L. Boswell – Commercial Litigation
- Eric Early – Commercial Litigation; Entertainment Law – Motion Pictures and Television; Entertainment Law – Music; Litigation – Real Estate
- David A. Giannotti – Environmental Law; Litigation – Environmental
- Scott E. Gizer – Commercial Litigation
- Jeremy Gray – Commercial Litigation
- Devin A. McRae – Entertainment Law – Motion Pictures and Television
- Diane Myint Luczon – Commercial Litigation
- Christopher I. Ritter – Entertainment Law – Motion Pictures and Television
- Peter D. Scott – Commercial Litigation
- Bryan M. Sullivan – Entertainment Law – Motion Pictures and Television; Entertainment Law – Music
- Lisa Zepeda – Commercial Litigation; Entertainment Law – Motion Pictures and Television
Additionally, five Early Sullivan attorneys were named to Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America. This list recognizes younger attorneys who have achieved outstanding professional excellence. The following attorneys earned a spot in the 2026 edition for their work in the following practice areas:
- Rebecca L. Claudat – Litigation – Labor and Employment
- Jessica Detering – Commercial Litigation
- Zachary C. Hansen – Commercial Litigation; Litigation – Labor and Employment
- Brett G. Moore – Commercial Litigation; Litigation – Real Estate; Real Estate Law; Transportation Law
- Padideh Zargari – Commercial Litigation; Labor and Employment Law – Management; Litigation – Real Estate; Real Estate Law
Best Lawyers is one of the oldest and most respected guides to the legal industry. The selection process is based on a comprehensive peer-review process designed to capture the consensus opinion of leading lawyers about the professional abilities of their colleagues within common legal practices and geographical areas. Corporate Counsel magazine has called The Best Lawyers in America “the most respected referral list of attorneys in practice.”
Bryan Sullivan and Devin McRae Named to Inaugural Lawdragon “500 Leading Global Entertainment, Sports & Media Lawyers” Guide
Category: Awards, News | Friday, March 7th, 2025 | Comments Off on Bryan Sullivan and Devin McRae Named to Inaugural Lawdragon “500 Leading Global Entertainment, Sports & Media Lawyers” Guide
The firm is pleased to announce that Bryan Sullivan and Devin McRae have been selected for inclusion in the first annual edition of Lawdragon’s “500 Leading Global Entertainment, Sports & Media Lawyers” guide. According to Lawdragon, those selected for the guide are, “at the forefront of one of the hottest practices around – advising those who shape what we view, read and admire. They are companies and individuals who entertain and motivate us, who move global needles in fashion, film, media and motivation.”
Bryan and Devin were recognized for their work in the “Transactions, Litigation – Entertainment, Media, Sports” and the “Litigation – Entertainment, IP, Sexual Abuse” categories, respectively.
Known for its rigorous selection process, Lawdragon draws on journalistic research, nominations, and discussion with peers and other knowledgeable sources to identify the best entertainment lawyers around the globe.
For more information, see below.
The 2025 Lawdragon “500 Leading Global Entertainment, Sports & Media Lawyers” | Lawdragon
Ten Early Sullivan Attorneys Named to “Best Lawyers in America”; Five Named to “Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch”
Category: Awards | Thursday, August 15th, 2024 | Comments Off on Ten Early Sullivan Attorneys Named to “Best Lawyers in America”; Five Named to “Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch”
Early Sullivan attorneys Eric Early, Bryan Sullivan, Devin McRae, Eric Altoon, David Giannotti, Jeremy Gray, Diane Myint Luczon, Christopher Ritter, Peter Scott, and Lisa Zepeda have been recognized among the top lawyers in the nation in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America, one of the oldest and most distinguished guides to the legal profession.
The following attorneys earned a coveted spot in the 2025 edition for their work in the following practice areas:
Eric Early: Commercial Litigation; Entertainment Law – Motion Pictures and Television; Entertainment Law – Music; Litigation – Real Estate
Bryan Sullivan: Commercial Transactions / UCC Law; Entertainment Law – Motion Pictures and Television; Entertainment Law – Music
Devin McRae: Entertainment Law – Motion Pictures and Television
Eric Altoon: Real Estate Law
David A. Giannotti: Environmental Law; Litigation – Environmental
Jeremy Gray: Commercial Litigation
Diane Myint Luczon: Commercial Litigation
Christopher Ritter: Entertainment Law – Motion Pictures and Television
Peter Scott: Commercial Litigation
Lisa Zepeda: Commercial Litigation
Additionally, seven Early Sullivan attorneys were named to “Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.” This list recognizes younger attorneys who have achieved outstanding professional excellence. The following attorneys earned a spot in the 2025 edition.
Rebecca Claudat
Brett Moore
Padideh Zargari
“Best Lawyers” is one of the oldest and most respected guides to the legal industry. The selection process is based on a comprehensive peer-review process designed to capture the consensus opinion of leading lawyers about the professional abilities of their colleagues within common legal practices and geographical areas. Corporate Counsel magazine has called “The Best Lawyers in America” “the most respected referral list of attorneys in practice.”