James Finn
Technology, Media & Telecommunications Attorney
New York
NY
About
He previously served as the General Counsel of a start-up media company and began his career as an M&A attorney at a large corporate law firm in New York.
He received his B.A. from William & Mary and his J.D. from… read more the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
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"Our architecture firm has recently expanded out services to include software licensing and data storage for out client. Jim drafted and advised us on our agreements with licensees, digital terms-of-service and confidentiality agreements. He also advised us on our data security and data privacy obligations (and possible liability) since we collect and store significant amounts of sensitive client data. He made sure to understand how our business - and our new revenue models - worked. He was an invaluable resource not only in protecting our business from liability risks but also in profitably navigating various regulatory issues."
"Jim advised us on the formation of our start-up and on our shareholder and operating agreements. He made sure we were aware of the potential risks and contingencies that new businesses face so that we could avoid problems and expenses down the road. He's a trusted adviser to our business."
Work History
Davis & Gilbert
Counsel
Feb 2018 - Present
Jim advises software developers, technology companies (software & hardware), advertising agencies, media platforms, and other businesses in connection transactions, intellectual property matters, and data privacy issues. He has particular experience with IP licensing transactions (incl. SAAS and cloud service agreements), compliance with data privacy laws, and other commercial agreements.
The Finn Law Group P.C.
Managing Partner
Jan 2013 - Feb 2018
Advised small to medium cap media companies in structuring and negotiating business transactions as well as general business transactions; Negotiated content acquisition and licensing deals with networks, studios, and other content buyers; Advising clients on business development through strategic partnerships, corporate structuring, and other macro-level transactions.
NorthSouth Media LLC
General Counsel
Aug 2011 - Dec 2012
Structured and negotiated production, distribution, and license deals with broadcast and cable networks, digital media platforms, and other content buyers; Negotiated rights acquisition deals; Structured and advised CEOs on acquisition by Hearst Media.
Left/Right Media Inc.
Director of Business Affairs
Apr 2010 - Jul 2011
Negotiated acquisition agreements, first-look deals, option agreements, and intellectual property licensing agreements; Managed business operations in coordination with CFO; Managed due diligence in connection with M&A activity.
McDermott Will
Associate
Oct 2017 - Oct 2009
Represented Fortune 500 public companies in M&A matters and general commercial transactions. Clients including global corporations in the oil & gas, airline, REIT, and telecommunications industries.