As one of the preeminent entertainment and corporate lawyers in the US today, John Branca is one of the few attorneys to be included in every edition of Best Lawyers in America. Branca, a member of Who's Who, is also included on every other list of the premier lawyers in the United States, California and the Entertainment Industry.
A partner in the law firm of Ziffren, Brittenham, Branca, Fischer, Gilbert-Lurie, Stiffelman, Cook, Johnson, Lande & Wolf LLP, Branca has represented an unprecedented 29 members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Focusing largely on the music business, Branca has provided counsel and due
diligence for and in connection with numerous corporate transactions,
including the purchase and sale of recorded assets and music publishing catalogs,
and has served as business and strategic advisor on music business strategies,
asset valuation and general business practices.
Passionate about helping artists get a fair shake in the music industry, he has helped songwriters regain copyrights of their songs as well as securing lost royalties for artists.
Branca is a board member of many charities, including the Musicians' Assistance Program, which, in conjunction with MusiCares, provides help to members of the music community who need treatment for drug and alcohol addiction, as well as assistance for other financial, medical and personal crises.
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Occidental College Alumnus of the Year, 2007
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