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June 29, 2026

Amber Melius Interviewed by the Los Angeles Business Journal in “Who’s Who in Law” Feature

The firm is pleased to share that partner Amber Melius recently sat down for an interview with the Los Angeles Business Journal as part of its “Who’s Who in Law” series, which spotlights the leading ......

June 24, 2026

Ashlee Difuntorum Authors Article on Film and Television Copyright Clearance Pitfalls in The Licensing Journal

Ashlee Difuntorum recently published an article entitled “Copyright Ownership and Licensing in Film and Television: What Happens When the Deal Isn’t Papered” in The Licensing Journal. This piece addresses the implications entertainment production companies could ......

June 18, 2026

Ashlee Difuntorum Authors Pride Month Column in TheWrap Asking LGBTQ+ Entertainment Professionals What Allyship in the Workplace Means to Them

Eight years ago, Ashlee Difuntorum was a first-year associate hiding her relationship with a woman, terrified at the thought of her colleagues finding out.  Motivated by that memory and her journey of self-acceptance since, Ashlee ......

May 27, 2026

Ashlee Difuntorum Authors Article on LGBTQ+ Allyship in the Workplace in the Los Angeles Daily Journal

Ashlee Difuntorum recently published an article entitled “How To Be An Effective LGBTQ+ Ally in the Workplace” in the Los Angeles Daily Journal. The piece offers legal professionals practical guidance on building a supportive work ......

February 11, 2026

Michael Kump, Ashlee Difuntorum, Amber Melius, Allen Secretov, and Ray Seilie Contribute to the Chambers Defamation & Reputation Management 2026 Guide

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The firm is pleased to announce that Michael Kump, Ashlee Difuntorum, Amber Melius, Allen Secretov, and Ray Seilie have authored the Trends and Developments section for USA – California in the 2026 edition of the ......

October 20, 2025

Ray Seilie Discusses OpenAI’s Legal Tactics Against Nonprofits in NBC News

Ray Seilie recently spoke to NBC News about the increasing backlash surrounding OpenAI’s use of subpoenas against at least seven nonprofit organizations that have criticized the company’s restructuring and business practices. This development has raised ......

October 1, 2025

The Daily Journal Highlights Kinsella Holley Iser Kump Steinsapir’s Promising Future in Exclusive Profile

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Nearly two decades after the firm’s inception in 2006, the Los Angeles and San Francisco Daily Journal analyzed Kinsella Holley’s storied legacy in a feature highlighting the new wave of talent at the firm. The ......

July 22, 2025

Ray Seilie Featured in Page Six Article About Potential Legal Fallout from Viral Coldplay Kiss Cam Scandal

Ray Seilie recently spoke to Page Six about potential legal fallout from the viral moment at a Coldplay concert that appeared to capture ex-Astronomer CEO Andy Byron in a romantic embrace with his former colleague ......

July 3, 2025

Ray Seilie Discusses Major AI Copyright Battles with IndieWire, NPR and Slate

Ray Seilie recently weighed in on major developments unfolding in AI copyright litigation for IndieWire, NPR and Slate. In IndieWire’s article about Disney and NBCUniversal’s lawsuit against AI firm Midjourney, which has the potential to ......

March 24, 2025

Ashlee Difuntorum Pens HR Dive Article on Employee Complaint Investigations

Ashlee Difuntorum recently authored an HR Dive article piece, delving into the most effective ways for employers to manage employee complaints while minimizing workplace disruption. She explains that employers should begin investigations as quickly as ......

February 12, 2025

Michael Kump, Jonathan Steinsapir, Gregory Korn, Katherine Kleindienst, and Nick Soltman Contribute to the Chambers Defamation & Reputation Management 2025 Guide

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The firm is pleased to announce that Michael Kump, Jonathan Steinsapir, Gregory Korn, Katherine Kleindienst, and Nick Soltman have authored the Trends and Developments section for USA – California in the 2025 edition of the ......

August 16, 2024

Larry Iser Quoted in Law360, Washington Post, and Newsweek on Intellectual Property Disputes Between Artists and Politicians

Larry Iser recently spoke to Law360, Washington Post, and Newsweek about the intellectual property disputes that often occur when elected officials or candidates use an unauthorized piece of music at a campaign event, speech, or ......