Timothy Marks, Esq.

Timothy Marks, Esq.

Transactional Attorney | Business & Commercial Contracts | Media & Entertainment | Intellectual Property

Los Angeles
California
Licensed in
CA
Loyola Law School
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Tim is adept at drafting and reviewing business contracts, particularly in the areas of commercial transactions, intellectual property, and media/entertainment. His prior experience includes over 6 years as in-house counsel with the Legal Affairs team for Disney's ABC Signature production studio. He has drafted and negotiated high-profile media, entertainment, and IP agreements, and handled other complex corporate transactions and operations, including commercial leases, services and employment agreements, equipment rentals, licensing deals, and non-disclosures. Prior to Disney, he worked at a boutique entertainment law firm representing film… read more and television talent.

Tim graduated from Loyola Law School and has a bachelor's degree in international studies from UC Irvine. He has a passion for advising small businesses and startups, utilizing his corporate experience to provide effective and practical legal guidance and risk management.
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"I was in the process of forming a new entertainment consulting business and tried drafting a couple contracts myself when I knew I could use some professional help. Tim not only reviewed what I put together but offered notes on improvements as well. He also drafted a new services agreement and non-disclosure template that I could use with clients going forward. He was a pleasure to work with, I'll be a returning client if/when I need additional help with my business!"

Entertainment Consulting Agreements
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"Tim helped me draft some documents for my barbershop and filed them with the Secretary of State. He is professional, communicative, and a great business partner. I would happily work with him again!"

Small Business Documents
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Work History

The Walt Disney Company

Associate Principal Counsel

Jul 2018 - Oct 2024

In-house counsel for one of Disney's internal production studios. Handled contracts for media and television production, general studio business operations, and other intellectual property matters including agreements for facility leases, independent contractors, rights acquisition and licensing, vendors, employment services, equipment rentals, and copyright/trademark registration.

Jul 2018 - Oct 2024

Nelson Davis LLP

Attorney

Sep 2016 - Apr 2018

Attorney at a boutique law firm representing high profile talent in the film and television industry. Provided legal research and advice on client matters pertaining to business and intellectual property. Drafted agreements and other legal documents such as cease and desist letters, and rights releases.

Sep 2016 - Apr 2018

Kernan Law Firm

Law Clerk

Jan 2016 - Apr 2016

Drafted and reviewed business contracts including LLC operating agreements, film distribution agreements, and endorsement agreements. Provided litigation assistance on matters involving copyright infringement, right of publicity, and idea theft.

Jan 2016 - Apr 2016

NBCUniversal

Business & Legal Affairs Intern

Jun 2015 - Nov 2015

Handled contracts and other legal matters for the Telemundo TV music group including licenses, releases, independent contractor engagements, and deal memos.

Jun 2015 - Nov 2015

Abrams Garfinkel Margolis Bergson, LLP

Law Clerk

May 2014 - Nov 2014

Drafted corporate agreements including joint venture, investment, share redemption, and LLC operating agreements. Handled business legal matters including trademark registrations, federal compliance, and tax research.

May 2014 - Nov 2014

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