Lauren Hansson of Sheppard on Navigating Entertainment Law

In this episode, Damien sits down with entertainment attorney Lauren Hansson to explore her journey into the legal side of film and television. Lauren shares: How she discovered her passion for law Why internships were key to finding her niche Her experience at Warner Bros. Animation What it’s like working with independent film producers and financiers The realities of entertainment law beyond the glamor Advice for aspiring lawyers interested in media and entertainment Lauren also breaks down the importance of relationship-building in the entertainment industry, how negotiation strategy differs in creative spaces, and why adaptability is essential in a field that’s constantly evolving. She offers practical insight into protecting intellectual property while still supporting the creative vision — a balance every entertainment lawyer must master. This episode offers an inside look at the intersection of creativity and contracts—and what it truly takes to protect stories behind the scenes. 🎧 Whether you’re a law student, creative professional, or film enthusiast, this conversation provides valuable insight into the legal engine that powers the entertainment industry. Website: https://www.sheppard.com/people/lauren-hansson Use Promo Code "FILMMAKINGSWABY" for all my deals or just click the link: 25% Off More Labs https://www.morelabs.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY 20% Off Strong Coffee Company https://strongcoffeecompany.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY 15% Off Tussle https://www.tusslegear.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY 20% Off Eric Javits https://ericjavits.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY 25% Off Quantum Energy Square https://quantumsquares.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY 20% Off Long Table https://longtablepancakes.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY 20% Off HyperNatural https://hypernaturalstyle.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY 20% Off wearplayground https://wearplayground.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY 15% Off STAND+ https://www.standshoes.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY 10% Off Molly Bz https://mollybz.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY 41% Off Cozy Earth https://cozyearth.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY X (Twitter): @DamienSwaby <a...

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