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Legal Impact Report: John Burke, Marissa Román Griffith Secure Third Successive Win

(Los Angeles) - P. John Burke, head of Gump entertainment and media practice, and partner Marissa Román Griffith have, for the third year running, been honored by Variety in their annual Legal Execs to Watch list.

Legal Impact Report: John Burke, Marissa Román Griffith Secure Third Consecutive Win in Variety's...
Legal Impact Report: John Burke, Marissa Román Griffith Secure Third Consecutive Win in Variety's Rankings

Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, a renowned international law firm, was founded in 1945 and has grown to comprise more than one office, spanning across multiple continents. With over 900 lawyers, the firm has a significant presence in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and throughout the United States.

One of the firm's key figures is P. John Burke, who has made notable contributions to the entertainment and media sector. Burke represented Dune Capital Management in the buyout of much of Elliot Management's stake in Relativity, and was instrumental in securing Ratpac-Dune Entertainment's multiyear co-financing pact with Warner Bros. He also played a part in ImageNation's partnerships with Parkes/MacDonald.

Burke is not alone in his achievements. His partner, Marissa Román Griffith, has also made a mark in the industry. She has co-financed several high-profile projects, including Sony titles, as well as television and film projects such as Chappie, Ted 2, and the third season of House of Cards.

Griffith's work is not limited to the credit facilities of Media Rights Capital, but extends to various co-financing ventures. Her efforts have not gone unnoticed, as she and Burke have been recognised by Variety in the annual Legal Impact Report.

The firm's entertainment and media practice is just one of the many areas where Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP excels. With a team of over 900 lawyers and offices spanning the globe, the firm is well-equipped to handle a wide range of legal matters for its clients. Whether in Asia, Europe, the Middle East, or the United States, Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP continues to be a leading force in the legal industry.

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