Entertainment and IP Disputes

Reuben Mediation offers focused mediation services for entertainment and intellectual property disputes, providing a practical forum for resolving high-stakes, high-visibility conflicts. With decades of experience handling complex litigation involving creative rights, business arrangements, and contractual disputes, Tim Reuben brings seasoned insight and discretion to matters where reputation, control, and value are on the line.

Based in Los Angeles and deeply familiar with the nuances of the entertainment industry, Mr. Reuben has represented production companies, talent, distributors, rights holders, and creative professionals in litigation and pre-litigation negotiations. He understands the business models, personality dynamics, and deal structures that often drive conflict in these sectors.

Matters mediated include:

• Profit participation and backend disputes
• Copyright and trademark infringement claims
• Idea submission and credit disputes
• Rights and licensing issues
• Disputes between creative partners or joint venture participants
• Talent and management conflicts
• Unfair competition and misappropriation claims

Mr. Reuben approaches each case with discretion, attention to detail, and an understanding of how industry relationships affect negotiations. He is known for getting quickly to the core issues and guiding parties toward realistic, enforceable outcomes that protect creative and commercial interests.

Mediation sessions are available in person at Reuben Mediation’s West Los Angeles offices or virtually for parties throughout California. The process is private, efficient, and tailored to the complexity of each dispute.