Presented by The
Ziffren Institute for Media, Entertainment, Technology & Sports Law and Institute for Technology, Law & Policy in association with the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Forum on Sports and Entertainment Industries, this year’s conference again features leading practitioners and executives who will discuss some of the most pressing issues impacting the digital media and video game spaces.
In addition to robust discussion of a variety of topics that will engage and educate, this one-day conference also includes opportunities to meet, network and re-connect with colleagues and friends. The conference is held in an intimate setting with limited availability and includes a hosted lunch and evening reception.
For more information please visit our website! https://law.ucla.edu/academics/centers/ziffren-institute-media-entertainment-technology-and-sports-law/digital-media-video-game-conference
Please save the date! On Wed 10/16 at 12:10PM, our ELA (Entertainment Law Association) and SLA (Sports Law Association) student groups will be hosting an LA28 panel.
Professor Steven Bank will be moderating a panel discussion featuring:
- Jessica Borowick (Senior Counsel at NBC Sports)
- Katy Freeman (Sports Lawyer [Law Offices of Howard L. Jacobs] who was also on USA Swimming’s National Team)
- Kevin Massoudi (Managing Counsel for LA 28 Olympics)
- Aaron Lowenstein (Associate General Counsel for LA28, and UCLAW alum!)
The event will unite a diverse group of lawyers involved in preparing for the LA28 Olympics and Paralympics. Students will get a chance to meet and hear from legal professionals from various sectors, including those specializing in broadcasting, athlete representation, and LA28's legal team. After the panel discussion, students will have the chance to engage with our experts and ask questions.
Lunch will be served.
RSVP here by October 2: https://forms.gle/HnUDYthVnDhLCDqL9
On Wednesday, October 2 at 12:15, we will be hosting Joseph B. Sweeney, former Associate General Counsel at the CIA, who will be speaking on state secrets privilege. This event promises to be an invaluable opportunity for those of you interested in national security, constitutional law, and the complex issues surrounding government secrecy.
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