Attorney
at Broadcast Music Inc
Nashville, Tennessee, USA -
Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
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Immediate | 18 Jun, 2024 | Not Specified | 18 Mar, 2024 | N/A | Music Industry,Communication Skills,Copyright Law,Federal Courts,It,Addition,Eligibility | No | No |
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Description:
POSITION SUMMARY: BMI’s Legal department is seeking an attorney to join the team that provides legal counsel to BMI’s copyright administration, distribution, and affiliate customer service teams. As part of that position, the Attorney will be responsible for the management of a personal case load of one or more areas of focus, which may include copyright administration/affiliate services matters, estates, and drafting contracts with current or potential BMI affiliates. The Attorney will also assist BMI’s licensing efforts with a case load of BMI infringement and arbitration matters.
LOCATION: Nashville, TN office. BMI has transitioned back to working in the office on a regular hybrid schedule. At present, most team members are expected in the office three (3) days a week. Decisions regarding future transitions will take place in phases as BMI continues to closely monitor COVID-19 as employee safety is our priority.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Education: 4-year college degree and Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school required. Admitted to the Tennessee State Bar or New York State Bar with qualification to register as in-house counsel in Tennessee. In addition, fulfilling continuing legal education requirements is also required.
Experience: Minimum three (3) years transactional or litigation experience, at least a portion of which should be in the music industry, either in a law firm or in-house. Experience in music copyright administration or business affairs in a music company is preferred. Prior knowledge of U.S. copyright law as it relates to music is a plus.
Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to analyze business problems from a legal and practical perspective
- Strong initiative and sound judgment, with the ability to work independently
- Ability to manage many projects at once and to prioritize them
- Ability to negotiate authoritatively and persuasively
- Ability to work cooperatively with other company executives
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Some travel required
License(s)/Certifications Required: Admission to the Tennessee State Bar or New York State Bar with qualification to register as in-house counsel in Tennessee. Eligibility to practice in the federal courts is required. Notary Public license is desired but not necessary.
Responsibilities:
Please refer the Job description for details
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)
Legal Services
HR / Administration / IR
Legal Services
Graduate
Law
Proficient
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Nashville, TN, USA