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The Jacobson Firm, P.C. Press Releases

01-20-16 – THE JACOBSON FIRM NEGOTIATES MAJOR PUBLISHING DEAL FOR EDM ARTIST MATTHEW STEEPER WITH MUSICALLSTARS PUBLISHING

(New York, NY) – The Jacobson Firm, P.C., on behalf of client, EDM Songwriter, Vocalist and Producer, Matthew Steeper has successfully negotiated a major publishing deal with MusicAllStars Publishing, which is affiliated with EDM mega-label, Spinnin’ Records. Mr. Steeper has produced and performed on various Beatport and Canadian Billboard chart topping tracks, including songs with Adam K (Ultra Records/Sony), Project 46 and Chuckie as well as receiving track placement in 22 Jump Street (“Models And Bottles” by Blind Scuba Divers), VH1’s Grits and ABC’s Selfie. MusicAllStars Publishing clients include numerous top EDM acts including, Borgeous, DVBBS, Oliver Heldens, Sander Van Doorn, Sam Feldt and Ummet Ozcan. Mr. Steeper has some upcoming releases with other top EDM talent.

12-22-15 – VELEZ & CIPRIANO OF COUNSEL TO JACOBSON FIRM

(New York, NY) – Pablo G. Velez, Esq. and Peter J. Cipriano, Esq. have joined The Jacobson Firm, PC as of Counsel. Mr. Velez is a member of the New York bar and is fluent in English as well as Spanish. Mr. Velez specializes in immigration and international business law and has represented and assisted international and domestic businesses, professionals, and individuals from all over the world in the successful filing and petitioning of various immigrant and non-immigrant visas for corporations, families, investors and creative talent and entertainers. He also has significant experience with refugee matters, especially with asylum cases and has represented clients in removal proceedings before the United States Immigration Court.

Mr. Cipriano is also admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey and speaks both English and Japanese. He focuses on providing legal advice and corporate guidance to domestic and international corporations of all sizes including corporate formation, compliance and governance as well as general business planning and strategy.   He has significant experience in assisting domestic companies establish a presence and conduct business in Asian markets, as well as assisting foreign companies with all of their corporate and business immigration needs in order to conduct business in the American market. Mr. Cipriano also has extensive experience in representing and defending global in-state and out-of-state insurance carriers in both litigation and arbitration forums in numerous civil litigation matters with emphases on no-fault/PIP, insurance fraud, subrogation, premises liability and product liability. He is a member of The Phi Beta Kappa Society.

09-25-15 – CLIENT CARLOS ESCALONA PRODUCED CHINO Y NACHO’S NEWEST ALBUM, “CHINO Y NACHO FOR BABIES” NOMINATED FOR 2015 LATIN GRAMMY FOR BEST LATIN CHILDREN’S ALBUM

(New York, NY) – Client, BMI Latin award winner, Carlos Escalona produced “Chino Y Nacho For Babies” album by Latin Grammy winners, Chino Y Nacho, has been nominated for a 2015 Latin Grammy for “Best Latin Children’s Album.” Carlos was instrumental in the album’s production as well as involved throughout the album’s entire creative process, including contributions to the musical arrangements. Carlos had previously won a 2013 BMI Latin Award as part of his songwriting efforts on Paulina Rubio’s “Me Gustas Tanto” as well as being involved in Chino Y Nacho’s prior single, “La Vida Es Bella.”

09-24-15 – JACOBSON NAMED SUPER LAWYER AGAIN

New York, NY) – Jeffrey E. Jacobson, President of The Jacobson Firm, P.C. has been selected again as A Super Lawyer in the 2015 Metro Edition. In this role, Mr. Jacobson will be listed in the New York Times as well as on the web as a “Super Lawyer” in Intellectual Property. Only 5% of the attorneys in the New York Metro area are selected to Super Lawyers. For over three decades, this publication has been regarded by both the profession and public as the most credible and definitive guide to legal excellence in the United States. Super Lawyers select attorneys using patented multiphase process consisting of peer nominating and evaluated on 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement to receive this award.

08-17-15 – CLIENT EDM PRODUCERS MODERN MACHINES RELEASE ORIGINAL TRACK “FEEL IT” ON SHOWLAND RECORDS

(New York, NY) – The Jacobson Firm, P.C. client, EDM Producers, Modern Machines have released a new original track, “Feel It,” on Showland Records. The talented NYC-based duo, Modern Machines followed up their official remix of David Guetta’s “Hey Mama,” with this new Beatport charting single. The single has received public support from some of the industry’s top talents, including Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Blasterjaxx, R3hab, Don Diablo and Thomas Gold. The new track is currently available for purchase on Beatport and iTunes as well as streaming on Spotify.

07-15-15 – THE JACOBSON FIRM HANDLES ADMINISTRATION OF THE ESTATE OF FORMER NBA ALL-STAR ANTHONY MASON ON BEHALF OF FORMER NBA PLAYER, ANTHONY MASON, JR.

(New York, NY) – The Jacobson Firm, P.C. has been retained by former Miami Heat NBA Player, Anthony Mason, Jr., to handle administrative matters relating to his father and former New York Knick and NBA All-Star Anthony Mason’s Estate. Anthony Mason, Jr. played at St. John’s University before being signed as a free agent by the NBA’s Miami Heat. Mason, Jr. later continued playing professionally as part of FIBA teams in France and Greece. Now, he currently focuses on philanthropic matters as he continues to help underprivileged young people in the Tri-State area.

06-01-15 – CARLOS ESCALONA PRODUCES LATIN GRAMMY AWARD WINNER CHINO Y NACHO’S NEWEST ALBUM, “CHINO Y NACHO FOR BABIES”

(New York, NY) – Client, BMI Latin award winner, Carlos Escalona has finalized the production on Latin Grammy winners, Chino Y Nacho’s newest album “Chino Y Nacho For Babies.” He was instrumental in the album’s production as well as involved throughout the album’s creative process, including contributions to the musical arrangements as well as playing the keyboard and guitar on various tracks. He engineered the album, which was later mixed and mastered by the Grammy winning engineer, Boris Milan in Miami, Florida. Carlos had won a 2013 BMI Latin Award as part of his songwriting efforts on Paulina Rubio’s “Me Gustas Tanto” as well as being involved in Chino Y Nacho’s prior single, “La Vida Es Bella.”

05-12-15 – GARY BROWN INDUCTED INTO SUFFOLK SPORTS HALL OF FAME

(New York, NY) – Client, Gary Brown, former Green Bay Packer and Super Bowl XXXI champion, was recently inducted into the Suffolk Sports Hall Of Fame. He graduated from Brentwood High School in Long Island and then attended Georgia Tech after receiving All-American honors at Nassau Community College. He played in the NFL for four years on the Pittsburgh Steelers and Green Bay Packers. Mr. Brown was part of the 1996 Green Bay Packers Super Bowl XXXI championship team and then played overseas for the Barcelona Dragons of NFL Europe and Hamilton Tiger Cats of the Canadian Football League. After his playing days, he founded The Gary Big Brown 68 Foundation, whose mission is to provide aid and mentoring to the sick, troubled and underprivileged youths and their families in the Tri-State area. He works with numerous charitable organizations, including the Brentwood Bay Shore Breast Cancer coalition, Ronald McDonald House of Long Island, Big Brother / Big Sister of Long Island, St. Jude’s Children Hospital and the Susan G. Komen Of Greater NYC.

05-11-15 – JEFFREY E. JACOBSON: COUNSEL TO KIDS FOR COLTRANE, INC

(New York, NY) – Jeffrey E. Jacobson was recently named counsel to Kids for Coltrane, Inc. Kids for Coltrane, Inc. is a New York non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation. They have done programs to educate elementary school children in music and jazz. The Kids for Coltrane Project is a program that uses jazz to teach children about American history, equality, character education and the arts. By doing this, children become invested in literacy, creativity, compassion and curiosity. Led by Christine Passarella, a retired school teacher, this project was run by her in the New York City school where she taught. The children loved the program and raised funds to support the friends of The Coltrane Home.

03-17-15 – JACOBSON GUEST LECTURER FOR BERGEN COMMUNITY COLLEGE “CAREERS IN MUSIC” CLASS

(New York, NY) – Jeffrey E. Jacobson, President of The Jacobson Firm, P.C. was as a guest lecturer for the “Careers in Music” class at Bergen Community College in New Jersey. In this role, Mr. Jacobson spoke about his vast experience in the music industry, including highlighting some of the pros and cons of his long career. He answered questions and discussed the changes in the music business with the new “digital revolution.” With a long list of platinum artists, Mr. Jacobson shared his experiences during his rise to success as well as discussed the many obstacles that were needed to be overcome. As a diversified group of students, the advice of Mr. Jacobson was relatable and appreciated. Noted published author and longtime client, Hank Bordowitz is the instructor of this class. Mr. Jacobson has previously lectured to his classes at Baruch College.

03-01-15 – JEFFREY E. JACOBSON: 25 YEAR OF “Av PREEMINENT ®” PEER REVIEW RATING FROM MARTINDALE-HUBBELL

(New York, NY) – Jeffrey E. Jacobson was recently awarded a commemorative plaque for 25 years of Av Preeminent ® rating from Martindale-Hubbell—the highest possible rating for attorneys. Since 1990, Jeffrey E. Jacobson has consistently received Martindale-Hubbell’s top rating for a period of 25 years. This prestigious honor is awarded based on the opinions of other accredited professionals in the legal community.

Martindale-Hubbell is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. These ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the Bar and the Judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards. “Av Preeminent ® Distinguished™” are certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies.

01-21-15 – THE JACOBSON FIRM, P.C. NEGOTIATES PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT FOR CLIENT G-UNIT RECORDS RECORDING ARTIST PRECIOUS PARIS IN “LOVE AND HIP HOP: NEW YORK”

(New York, NY) – The Jacobson Firm, P.C. has successfully negotiated a participation agreement on behalf of client and G-Unit Records Recording Artist, Precious Paris for the upcoming Season 5 of VH1’s “Love And Hip Hop: New York.” Precious is one of today’s top female rappers as the show will follow Paris in the pursuit of her dreams in the music business and the eventual pitfalls and de-tours along the way. Precious will be making her initial appearance on “Love And Hip Hop.” She has previously appeared on VH1’s “The Black Ink” crew.

12-01-14 – JACOBSON NAMED GENERAL COUNSEL FOR INTERNET RADIO STATION PNC RADIO IN DUMBO, BROOKLYN

(New York, NY) 12-01-2014 – Justin M. Jacobson, an Associate with The Jacobson Firm, P.C., has been selected as General Counsel to PNC RADIO, an internet Radio Station based out of Dumbo, Brooklyn. PNC Radio was started in 2006 and has over 30,000 unique monthly listeners. They feature original content and programming from various established and up-and-coming musicians, celebrities and on-air personalities. In addition, Justin Jacobson is part of PNC Radio’s Friday night talk show, “Friday Night Cartoons,” which airs every Friday evening at 8pm.

11-15-14 – THE JACOBSON FIRM, P.C. NEGOTIATES LICENSING AGREEMENT WITH THE MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR ESTATE FOR CLIENT MNF MUSIC Co.

(New York, NY) The Jacobson Firm, P.C. successfully negotiated a licensing agreement between Intellectual Properties Management, on behalf of the Estate of Martin Luther King, Jr. and client, MNF Music Co. The inspirational and moving track, “All God’s Children Will Be Free,” features an ode to this amazing individual and his “dream” for all. A portion of all sales of the track will be donated to The Martin Luther King, Jr. Foundation as part of MNF Music Co.’s cultural equality and awareness building campaign.

09-23-14 – JACOBSON NAMED SUPER LAWYER

(New York, NY) – Jeffrey E. Jacobson, President of The Jacobson Firm, P.C. has been selected as a Super Lawyer in the 2014 Metro Edition. In this role, Mr. Jacobson will be listed in The New York Times as well as on the web as a “Super Lawyer” in intellectual property. Only 5% of the attorneys in the New York Metro area are selected to Super Lawyers. For three decades, this publication has been regarded by both the profession and the public as the most credible and definitive guide to legal excellence in the U.S. Super Lawyers selects attorneys using a patented multiphase process consisting of peer nominating and evaluations plus third party independent research. Each candidate is evaluated on 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement to receive this award.

09-15-14 – TAYLOR TO BE FILM FESTIVAL JUDGE

(New York, NY) – James W. Taylor, Esq., Of Counsel attorney to The Jacobson Firm and resident in the firm’s Seattle office has been selected to be a film submission reviewer by the Sonoma International Film Festival. In this role, Taylor will review films submitted to the festival held annually in Sonoma, California. The 2015 festival will be held March 25 to 29, 2015 in Sonoma. This festival screens nearly 200 films, shorts and documentaries from all over the world. The 2014 festival drew about 18,000 attendees and programmed 118 films from 22 countries, the majority of which were critically acclaimed. Taylor joins a group of other media professionals in determining which film submissions will be screened. In addition, Taylor’s script, “Local Secrets” was selected as a semi-finalist in a recent script competition and one of his films, a documentary, was broadcast on the Discovery Channel for a five year period and another screened internationally and received critical acclaim.

09-01-14 – SEATTLE OFFICE OPENS

(New York, NY) – James W. Taylor, Esq. returns as counsel to The Jacobson Firm, P.C. During the 1980’s he acted as counsel to the firm assisting with the negotiation of complicated media deals. Taylor brings more than 30 ears of diverse legal experience and will be based in Seattle, Washington. He will provide legal services to entertainment law clients in Seattle, San Francisco and Los Angeles. Mr. Taylor’s experience includes former positions in Fortune 500 corporations, national law firms and with federal and international governments. He also has film production experience including screening writing and short story development as well as script and screen credits. He has been legal counsel for several feature films and advised artists on copyright and intellectual property law. He also produced television commercials for the U.S. Air Force, was Executive Producer of a Discovery Channel documentary and has won film awards for some of his original productions.

04-28-14 – JEFFREY E. JACOBSON CONTINUES AS “AV PREEMINENT ®” PEER REVIEW RATED FROM MARTINDALE-HUBBELL

(New York, NY) – Jeffrey E. Jacobson was recently awarded the new AV Preeminent ® rating from Martindale-Hubbell—the highest possible rating for attorneys. Jeffrey E. Jacobson has consistently received Martindale-Hubbell’s top rating for a period of nearly 25 years (since 1990). This prestigious honor is awarded based on the opinions of others professionals in the legal community.

Martindale-Hubbell is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the Bar and the Judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards. “AV Preeminent ® Distinguished™ “ are certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies.”

04-21-14 – RAPPER/PRODUCER WARA FROM THE NBHD’S “SLANGIN’” FEATURED ON ADULT SWIM AND COMPLEX MAGAZINE’S “THE BOONDOCKS” PROMOTIONAL MIXTAPE

(New York, NY) – Atlanta-based Rapper and Producer client, Wara From The NBHD’s newest single, “Slangin’” has been featured on Comedy Central’s Adult Swim and Complex Magazine’s Official “The Boondocks” Season 4 Promotional Mixtape. The mixtape is hosted by DJ Drama and features tracks from Killer Mike produced by The Alchemist, Troy Ave, Chevy Woods produced by Roscoe Dash, Childish Major with Smoke DZA and Sean Falyon. Wara has performed at The Fader Fort at CMJ 2013 as well as 2013 A3C Festival in Atlanta, GA and his tracks have been featured in numerous publications, including The Source Magazine, XXL Magazine and The Fader Magazine.

04-18-14 – CLIENT UNIVERSAL MUSIC PUBLISHING SONGWRITER/PRODUCER CARLOS ESCALONA CO-WRITES “TONIGHT” WITH RECORDING ARTIST NAFSICA

(New York, NY) – Universal Music Publishing Songwriter and Producer, Carlos Escalona recently co-wrote “Tonight” with recording artist Nafsica for 10 year old DJ/Producer Aiden Jude. “Tonight” has been released by Shap Records on Beatport and has received praise from various industry publications, including Dancing Astronaut and White Raver Rafting. Carlos has won a 2013 BMI Latin Award as part of his songwriting efforts on Paulina Rubio’s “Me Gustas Tanto.”

04-07-14 – JUSTIN M. JACOBSON: at Institute of Audio Research in New York City

(New York, NY) – Justin M. Jacobson recently completed his first semester as an Adjunct Instructor for The Business of Music course at the Institute of Audio Research in New York City. The Institute of Audio Research is a technical school that prepares students for careers across the music industry, including audio engineering, recording and production. Mr. Jacobson recently started his second semester and looks forward to teaching this new group of future music industry professionals.

03-13-14 – CLIENT CHRISTIAN BENNER CUSTOM FINALIZES MERCHANDISE LICENSING AGREEMENT WITH ROIR RECORD’S BAD BRAINS

(New York, NY) – Fashion designer to the stars, Christian Benner, fresh off his critically acclaimed debut fashion show during New York’s NOLCHA February 2014 Fashion Week, has just finalized a merchandise licensing agreement with ROIR Record’s recording artist, Bad Brains. This limited edition authorized run will feature Bad Brain’s iconic “Capitol” design prepared in Christian’s unique style. Christian has been featured in the Huffington Post; and, his designs have been featured in the Rolling Stone Magazine Holiday Gift Guide and on actress Taylor Momsen in Maxim Magazine, in Italian Vogue Magazine, in Steve Madden Magazine, Jared Leto during various European live performances and by Bruno Mars’ band during their BRIT Awards 2014 live performance and on Lady Gaga during a 2014 SXSW appearance in Austin, Texas.

12-05-13 – CLIENT CHRISTIAN BENNER CUSTOM FEATURED IN ROLLING STONE MAGAZINE’S HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2013

(New York, NY) – Celebrity Fashion Designer Christian Benner’s Custom designs were featured in the 2013 Holiday Gift Guide in Rolling Stone Magazine. Christian has been featured in Huffington Post; and, his designs have been featured on actress Taylor Momsen in Maxim Magazine, in Italian Vogue Magazine, in Steve Madden Magazine, and most recently worn by actor and lead vocalist/main songwriter for platinum selling artist, Thirty Seconds To Mars, Jared Leto during various European live stage musical performances. Christian’s custom leather jackets, featuring elaborate chains and studs as well as vintage custom-made t-shirts feature iconic musical acts and invoke an iconic Rock N’ Roll vibe.

11-23-13 – JEFFREY E. JACOBSON, ESQ. ON BAR PANEL ON IP RIGHTS IN SOCIAL MEDIA

(New York, NY) – Jeffrey E. Jacobson, Esq. spoke on a panel regarding Intellectual Property rights in Social Media. The panel called “IP Rights on Social Media: Mobile Platforms, International, and Other Current Issues” was held at the New York City Bar Association in New York and sponsored by the Association Committee on Trademark and Unfair Competition. The panel included Trademark Counsel from the Colgate-Palmolive Company in addition to attorneys from major firms. Complex IP issues in the digital and social media age were examined

11-07-13 – The Jacobson Firm, P.C. Negotiates Contracts For All Axcess Tour, LLC With I’m Shmacked, LLC Fall Tour 2013

(New York, NY) – The Jacobson Firm, P.C. successfully negotiated a series of agreements with event production company, All Axcess Tour, LLC and college documentary and event production company, I’m Smacked, LLC for their Fall 2013 Tour featuring headliner, EDM Producer, Fareoh. The Fall Tour visited numerous college campuses including Texas A&M, Ohio State University, Vanderbilt University University of North Carolina, Rutgers University, and many more and featured performances by DJ George Garcia. The firm also acted in several other situations to assist with the tour.

10-25-13 – The Jacobson Firm, P.C. Negotiates Contract For Writer With Paul Haggis

(New York, NY) The Jacobson Firm, P.C. successfully negotiated an agreement with long-time industry veteran and Academy Award Winning Writer of “Million Dollar Baby” and “Crash”, Paul Haggis, on behalf of client Stephanie Kali, as a show writer of a new Paul Haggis film. Prior to this, Ms. Kali had been writing treatments. She has several future projects in mind. Multitalented spiritual screenwriter, Stephanie Kali, has had her dream of being a screenwriter since age 6.

05-01-13 – JEFFREY E. JACOBSON: at Institute of Audio Research in New York City

(New York, NY) Jeffrey E. Jacobson recently completed his first semester as an Instructor in The Business of Music course at the Institute of Audio Research in New York City. After teaching music business for a decade at Five Towns College, Mr. Jacobson felt teaching the next generation was a worthy aim. The Institute of Audio Research is a technical school that prepares students for careers across the music industry, including in audio engineering, recording, and production. Mr. Jacobson is looking forward to his second semester, and to teaching a new group of future music industry professionals.

11-14-12 – JUSTIN M. JACOBSON SPEAKS AT CARDOZO SCHOOL OF LAW AS PART OF “BEYOND THE BILLBOARD: ADVERTISING LAW IN THE FASHION INDUSTRY” PANEL IN NEW YORK CITY

(New York, NY) Justin M. Jacobson spoke at Cardozo School of Law as part of “Beyond The Billboard: Advertising Law in the Fashion Industry” presented by their SELSA & IPLS Fashion Law Committees. The panel covered truth-in-advertising claims, image-altering disclaimers, celebrity endorsements and testimonials, and current social policy issues in the international fashion world. There was a superb turn-out for the panel, which included moderator, Mr. Charles “Chuck” Colman of Charles Colman Law, Ms. Pamela Weinstock, Associate General Counsel for Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc., Mr. Theodore C. Max of ShepperdMullin, and Mr. Seth Matlins of Feel More Better, a lifestyle brand for women and girls.

04-27-12 – THE JACOBSON FIRM, P.C. NEGOTIATES SENIOR PRODUCER CONTRACT FOR “CBS This Morning” Show

(New York, NY) The Jacobson Firm, P.C. successfully negotiated an employment contract with CBS News, on behalf of longtime client Rachel Weintraub Riegel, as a Senior Producer of “CBS This Morning.” The show is hosted by Charlie Rose, Erica Hill and Gayle King. The guests of “CBS This Morning” have included: First Lady Michelle Obama; Cy Young winner, John Smoltz; musician, Ted Nugent; GOP Presidential candidate, Mitt Romney; Senator John McCain; actor and director, Brad Pitt; actress, Goldie Hawn; comedian, Stephen Colbert; TV personality, Oprah Winfrey; NBA legend, Earvin “Magic” Johnson; actor and musician, John Lithgow; actress, Jennifer Aniston and many more. Prior to this, Ms. Riegel had been an Emmy-nominated Producer of ABC Network’s “The View” as well as Co-Executive Producer of “The Gayle King Show” on the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN). In addition to her impressive accomplishments, Rachel Weintraub Riegel has been nominated for eight Emmy Awards.

12-09-11 – THE JACOBSON FIRM, P.C. CLIENT, ISRAEL VIBRATION’s ALBUM, “REGGAE KNIGHTS” NOMINATED FOR A 2012 GRAMMY FOR BEST REGGAE ALBUM

(New York, NY) The Jacobson Firm, PC’s long-time client, Israel Vibration has been nominated for a Grammy for Best Reggae Album for their latest release, “Reggae Knights.” Israel Vibration’s previous works include “Fighting Soldiers,” “Power of Trinity”, and “Jericho.” Skelly has been writing songs as a member of Israel Vibration for many years.

12-09-11 – THE JACOBSON FIRM, P.C. NEGOTIATES FINANCING DEAL FOR MOTION PICTURE PRODUCTION “BLUEBIRD”

(New York, NY) The Jacobson Firm, PC successfully negotiated an investor financing agreement on behalf of its clients, NoMoore Productions, and Producer Alexander Schepsman for the motion picture, “Bluebird.” The production will begin filming this upcoming month. Mr. Schepsman previously produced a Sundance Film Festival entrant, and triple Spirit Award nominee, “Martha Marcy May Marlene,” starring Elizabeth Olson, released in 2011 and distributed by Fox Searchlight. A graduate of NYU’s Tisch School of the arts, Mr. Schepsman’s senior thesis film, “Stroll,” won the Best Student Short at the Emerging Filmmaker’s Showcase at the Cannes Film Festival in 2010.

09-28-11 – JEFFREY E. JACOBSON APPOINTED NEW YORK CITY BAR ASSOCIATION ENTERTAINMENT LAW COMMITTEE’S LIAISON TO THE ART LAW COMMITTEE

(New York, NY) Jeffrey E. Jacobson, Esq. of The Jacobson Firm, P.C. was recently appointed as the New York City Bar Association Entertainment Law Committee’s Liaison to the New York City Bar Association’s Art Law Committee. In this role, Jacobson will report on the doings of the Art Law Committee to the Entertainment Law Committee. He has been an active member of the New York City Bar Association’s Entertainment Law Committee for over a decade.

08-22-11 – JEFFREY E. JACOBSON: “AV PREEMINENT ®” PEER REVIEW RATING FROM MARTINDALE-HUBBELL

(New York, NY) Jeffrey E. Jacobson was recently awarded the new AV Preeminent ® rating from Martindale-Hubbell—the highest possible rating for attorneys. Jeffrey E. Jacobson has consistently received Martindale-Hubbell’s top rating for a period of 21 years. This prestigious honor is awarded based on the opinions of others professionals in the legal community.

Martindale-Hubbell is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the Bar and the Judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards. “AV Preeminent ® and BV® Distinguished™ are certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies.”

06-09-11 – THE JACOBSON FIRM, P.C. NEGOTIATES CO-EXECUTIVE PRODUCER CONTRACT FOR “THE GAYLE KING SHOW”

(New York, NY) The Jacobson Firm, P.C. successfully negotiated an employment contract with the Oprah Winfrey Network, on behalf of Rachel Weintraub, as the Co-Executive Producer of “The Gayle King Show.” Prior to this, Ms. Weintraub had been an Emmy-nominated Producer of “The View”. “The Gayle King Show” premiered on January 10th, 2011 on the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) and has already hosted a number of prominent guests, including First Lady Michelle Obama, Second Lady Dr. Jill Biden, Justin Bieber, Chris Rock, Lady Gaga, Tina Fey and Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz.

06-03-11 – THE JACOBSON FIRM, P.C. NEGOTIATES DEAL BETWEEN SONGWRITER TONY PACE AND UNIQUE INSPIRATIONAL GROUP

(New York, NY) The Jacobson Firm, P.C. successfully negotiated an agreement with the internationally renowned musical group Flame, for the use of client and songwriter Tony Pace’s song “Someone Like You” on its first album. Flame, whose mission is to change the world through music, is an ensemble of twelve members all sharing a unique characteristic; they all have developmental and physical disabilities, including autism, Down syndrome and blindness.

The idea for this one-of-a-kind group sprang from a 2003 recreational program at Lexington Center, Fulton County Chapter, NYSARC, Inc., a not-for-profit agency serving people with developmental disabilities. The group began playing at the agency and around town, and word of the inspirational phenomenon quickly spread. Flame currently schedules close to a hundred paid performances a year around the world. The group has performed at the Apollo Theatre, Harvard Law School, Notre Dame University, Idaho Taco Bell Center, and Athens, Greece. Flame has also appeared on “Good Morning America” and was recently featured in People Magazine.

Flame recently released its first album entitled “Outside the Lines,” featuring twelve tracks, one of which covers songwriter Tony Pace’s moving tune, “Someone Like You.” This is the first time one of Mr. Pace’s songs has been covered by another artist. Jeffrey E. Jacobson, of The Jacobson Firm, P.C., successfully brokered the mechanical licensing agreement and song placement on behalf of client Tony Pace, allowing Flame to produce its own unique version of the song.

04-28-11 – THE JACOBSON FIRM, P.C. NEGOTIATES LICENSING DEAL FOR SUPERBOWL COMMERCIAL SEEN BY MILLIONS.

(New York, NY) The Jacobson Firm, P.C. successfully negotiated a synchronization license on behalf of a client songwriter for use in a major corporation’s television commercial airing during Super Bowl XLV. The license covered the use of the client’s musical composition in a commercial airing during the third quarter of the prestigious sporting event. Super Bowl XLV was seen by a record setting television audience—111 million viewers in the United States alone tuned into this year’s game.

04-03-11 – JEFFREY E. JACOBSON SERVES AGAIN AS FINALIST JUDGE

(New York, NY) Jeffrey E. Jacobson of The Jacobson Firm, P.C., served again as a finalist judge in the ASCAP Nathan Burkan Memorial Writing Competition. One of three finalist judges, for the past five years they have helped select the three victorious papers written by law students who are entitled to receive significant cash awards and further consideration for publication. The ASCAP sponsored competition is now administered by the editorial board of the Journal of the Copyright Society of the U.S.A. While attending New York Law School in the late 70s, Jacobson himself won the competition.

08-09-10 – JEFFREY E. JACOBSON RE-APPOINTED CHAIRMAN OF THE BROADCASTING, SOUND RECORDINGS AND PERFORMING ARTISTS COMMITTEE

Jeffrey E. Jacobson has been reappointed Chairman of the Broadcasting, Sound Recordings and Performing Artists Committee for the American Bar Association (ABA Committee 306). His responsibilities include guiding members in developing Bar Association policy positions in the form of resolutions, with a proactive approach in the copyright area.

Jeffrey E. Jacobson spoke at the national webinar, “Seeking Harmony in Music Distribution,” for the American Bar Association Connection. Mr. Jacobson also moderated a webinar on the proposed Performing Rights Act that is pending before Congress.

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