Draft:Chaz Rainey
Chaz Rainey | |
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| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | University of California, Berkeley (B.A.)
University of Nevada, Las Vegas (J.D., MBA) London School of Economics (LL.M.) |
| Occupation(s) | Attorney, Entertainment Executive, Producer |
| Employer(s) | Kartoon Studios, Rainey LLP |
| Known for | Entertainment Law, Intellectual Property, Media Ventures |
| Notable work | Sawbones (Executive Producer) |
Chaz Rainey is an American attorney, entertainment executive, and producer, recognized for his expertise in entertainment law, intellectual property, and business affairs. He serves as the Managing Director of Rainey LLP and the Head of Legal and Business Affairs for the publicly traded media company Kartoon Studios (NYSE: TOON). He is also an independent director for various businesses operating in the media and entertainment industries.[1]
Early Life and Education
[edit]Chaz Rainey pursued a distinguished academic career across multiple disciplines. He earned his:
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English with highest honors from the University of California, Berkeley (2002).[2]
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) with cum laude distinction and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with summa cum laude distinction from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (2007).
- Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Law and Legal Studies from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) (2015).
Career
[edit]Legal Practice
[edit]Chaz began his legal career at an AMLAW 25 firm before joining a sports gambling startup as its first employee. The startup was later acquired by Caesars Entertainment for $3 billion.[3] He subsequently became the managing partner of a boutique law firm specializing in entertainment litigation, intellectual property, and international investment disputes.
Chaz later served as a partner at the Los Angeles-based law firm Hamrick & Evans, where he managed the firm’s entertainment transactions practice. During this time, he represented independent filmmakers, directors, writers, and on-screen talent.[4] As General Counsel for Stan Lee’s POW! Entertainment, he played a pivotal role in resolving a multimillion-dollar dispute involving the late comic book icon Stan Lee's name and likeness rights.[5]
Currently, he oversees Kartoon Studios’ legal affairs, managing subsidiaries like Frederator, Mainframe Studios, and Kartoon Channel.
Executive Roles and Business Ventures
[edit]Beyond legal practice, Chaz has executive produced films and owns the independent record label Modern Dominion Records, IP development company Modern Dominion Media, and online retailer Not So Ordinary Apparel.
Notable Cases
[edit]Chaz Rainey has represented clients in high-profile disputes, including:
- Arbitration forums worldwide.
- Federal and state courts across the United States.
- Intellectual property cases involving copyrights, trademarks, and rights of publicity.
Court and Bar Admissions
[edit]Chaz is one of the few attorneys licensed to practice law in:
- California, New York, Nevada, Texas, and Washington, D.C.
He has also represented clients in the United States Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, and multiple federal district courts.[6]
Affiliations and Recognition
[edit]Chaz serves as an executive board member and independent director for various organizations in the media sector, including the Bill Nye Science Foundation.
Selected Filmography
[edit]As an executive producer, Chaz has contributed to various film projects, including:
- Sawbones, a horror film based on a story by Stan Lee.[7]
References
[edit]- ^ "Stan Lee Lawsuit Resolved". Variety. 2018-12-20. Retrieved 2024-12-24.
- ^ "Chaz Rainey LinkedIn Profile". Retrieved 2024-12-24.
- ^ "Chaz Rainey Lawyer Profile". Retrieved 2024-12-24.
- ^ "Chaz Rainey IMDb Profile". Retrieved 2024-12-24.
- ^ "Stan Lee Lawsuit Resolved". Variety. 2018-12-20. Retrieved 2024-12-24.
- ^ "California State Bar Profile". Retrieved 2024-12-24.
- ^ "Sawbones Announcement". The Hollywood Reporter. 2023-05-10. Retrieved 2024-12-24.