LEGAL EXPERTISE & REPRESENTATION
One of Hollywood’s most sought-after entertainment attorneys, Wendy negotiates and structures high-level deals across studio blockbusters, independent films, multimedia ventures, and corporate transactions.
With a background spanning entertainment law, business development, corporate structuring, mergers & acquisitions, and intellectual property, she provides comprehensive legal representation in:
⚖️ LEGAL SPECIALITIES
- 🎥 Studio & Independent Film Financing
- 📽 Film & TV Production & Distribution
- 💼 Corporate Transactions, M&A, and Business Structuring
- 🛡 Litigation (Selective Cases)
- 🎭 Talent & Artist Management
- 💡 Copyright Protection
- 🤖 AI & Emerging Technology Law
- 📊 Business Plans, Business Development & Entrepreneurship
Wendy’s international legal expertise is a major advantage in foreign financing and international law, making her indispensable to global entertainment ventures.
📍 LICENCED IN:
- California State Bar (USA)
- Barrister & Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand
- Law Practitioner of the Supreme Court of New South Wales, Australia
⚖️ CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
- Previously with Stroock & Stroock & Lavan LLP and Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, two of the most prestigious law firms in the country.
- Served as VP of Legal & Business Affairs at Landmark Entertainment, overseeing multi-million-dollar ventures in film, media, and theme parks.
- Recognized by Women’s Wear Daily for her work in intellectual property protection and brand strategy.
- Represented high-profile athletes and entertainment figures, including Johnny Damon and US Ski Team.
- A U.S. Navy veteran, Wendy served in Anti-Submarine Warfare and was awarded the Unit Commendation Medalby the Secretary of the Navy.
🎓 EDUCATION
Wendy’s global perspective and legal acumen are rooted in an impressive academic background:
- Duke University School of Law – Master of Laws (LL.M.)
- Canterbury School of Law (New Zealand) – Law Degree
- University of Southern California (USC) – B.A. Religion & Philosophy of Law
- Edinburgh University (Scotland) – Philosophy
- Hong Kong University of Law – International Project Finance (Duke Law & Shearman & Sterling)
Duke Law Graduate | Class Representative | Duke Bar Association | International Studies at Hong Kong Law University & Canterbury University School of Law (LL.B.)
Wendy — Entertainment Attorney & Producer — Taking Off to Set. With expertise in cross-border deals, international law, and financial structuring, she is a powerful force in global entertainment and business.
Against the Odds: Secured the Nearly Impossible Permit for a Massive Car Explosion in an Indie Thriller – Filmed in Downtown Los Angeles.
Elite Hotel Permits on her indie productions.