Chambers USA 2016 Recognizes Cowan, DeBaets, Abrahams & Sheppard LLP Practice Group and Partner

Cowan, DeBaets, Abrahams & Sheppard LLP is pleased to announce that Partner Eleanor M. Lackman is ranked and for the first time, the Entertainment Practice is recognized by Chambers and Partners in the Chambers USA 2016: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business guide. In her third consecutive year being included in the Chambers USA guide, Ms. Lackman

Give Me A ‘C’ (In A Circle): Cheerleader Uniforms At High Court

Law360, New York (May 9, 2016, 11:07 AM ET) — In August of last year, a Sixth Circuit judge wrote in a dissenting opinion: “It is apparent that either Congress or the Supreme Court (or both) must clarify copyright law with respect to garment design. The law in this area is a mess — and

Partner Susan H. Bodine Named 2016 Hollywood Reporter “Power Lawyer”

The Hollywood Reporter (THR) has recognized Susan H. Bodine, partner and co-head of Cowan, DeBaets, Abrahams and Sheppard’s Entertainment Practice as a “Power Lawyer” in its 10th annual issue revealing the most influential entertainment attorneys in America. Sue is noted for her work this year on the Roots reboot for A+E Networks, helping structure the

CDAS Partner Susan H. Bodine Featured in Variety’s 2016 Legal Impact Report

Partner and co-head of Cowan, DeBaets, Abrahams and Sheppard’s Entertainment Practice Group, Susan H. Bodine was recognized in Variety magazine’s “2016 Legal Impact Report.” The annual list includes the top entertainment attorneys that have made a significant impact on the industry over the past twelve months. Sue’s work with “Narcos’” Jose Padilha, including on-going negotiations

Eleanor M. Lackman Named a 2016 Law360 Rising Star for Media and Entertainment

Cowan DeBaets, Abrahams and Sheppard LLP attorney Eleanor M. Lackman has been named a Law360 Rising Star. A Partner at the firm, Ms. Lackman is among one of 179 attorneys included in the full list and one of only 5 attorneys recognized for their dedicated work in the practice area of Media and Entertainment. Law360’s