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Lisa Callif and Chris Perez Named “Top Intellectual Property Lawyers” by the Daily Journal
The firm is proud to announce that Lisa Callif and Chris Perez have been recognized as “Top Intellectual Property Lawyers” by the Los Angeles and San Francisco Daily Journal. The annual… Full story
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Jamie Shepard and Mark Milshteyn Author Production Insurance Primer for IDA’s Documentary Magazine
Jamie Shepard and Mark Milshteyn recently penned a legal FAQ featured in the Spring 2026 issue of the International Documentary Association’s Documentary Magazine. In the primer entitled “Legal FAQ: Don’t… Full story
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The Los Angeles Business Journal Honors Lisa Callif and Dale Nelson in 2026 “Women of Influence: Attorneys” Issue
The firm congratulates Partners Lisa Callif and Dale Nelson on their recognition as “Women of Influence: Attorneys” by the Los Angeles Business Journal. Each year, the Los Angeles Business Journal… Full story
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Dale Nelson Discusses “Avatar” Likeness Theft Lawsuit with Law360
Dale Nelson recently analyzed the lawsuit brought against James Cameron, Walt Disney Co., and 20th Century Studios by native Peruvian actress Q’orianka Kilcher over the unauthorized use of her likeness… Full story
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Dale Nelson Pens Forbes Article Exploring Whether Trademarks Can Protect Celebrities Against AI Misuse
Dale Nelson recently authored a Forbes article entitled “Taylor Swift And Matthew McConaughey Combat AI Misuse. Why Trademarks Aren’t An Easy Solution,” exploring trademarks as the latest legal tactic celebrities… Full story
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Lisa Callif Appears on NBC Washington to Discuss Juliana Peres Magalhães’s True Crime Streaming Deal
Lisa Callif provided legal analysis on an NBC Washington segment exploring a controversial $10,000 streaming deal allegedly offered to Juliana Peres Magalhães, a Northern Virginia au pair convicted for manslaughter alongside employer… Full story
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Dale Nelson Shares Legal Production Insights With Students at Syracuse, Chapman, and UCLA
Dale Nelson recently joined Syracuse University, Chapman University, and the University of California, Los Angeles to present to aspiring students interested in film, television, radio, and entertainment law. In her… Full story
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Chris Perez Participates in Sundance Institute’s Catalyst Forum
Chris Perez joined the Sundance Institute’s annual Catalyst Forum as a featured speaker on the panel entitled “Audience Challenges: Reaching Beyond the Choir.” The presentation was on April 28, 2026,… Full story
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Congratulations to our clients at Tribeca 2026!
DCP is proud to represent 19 of the incredible projects slated to screen at the 25th annual Tribeca Festival! Full story
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“Propeller One-Way Night Coach” to screen at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival!
Congratulations to our clients at Kids at Play for this wonderful news! Full story
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Chambers & Partners Names Donaldson Callif Perez as a Top Media and Entertainment Law Firm in its Spotlight California 2026 Guide
Donaldson Callif Perez has been recognized by Chambers & Partners as a top media and entertainment law firm in its Spotlight California 2026 Guide. Chambers & Partners’ Spotlight Guide takes a city-based approach… Full story
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Congrats to our 2026 News & Doc Emmy-nominated clients!
We’re thrilled for our 11 clients whose projects are nominated for the 2026 News and Documentary Emmy Awards! Full story











