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.