Arthur Evrensel, Entertainment Attorney in the United States
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Arthur Evrensel is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Entertainment.
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- Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA
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- Handles Entertainment matters from Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Entertainment Law, Vancouver (Canada) (2024).
About Arthur Evrensel: Arthur Evrensel is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Entertainment.
Areas of practice
Arthur's practice areas in the U.S.
Arthur concentrates on entertainment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Arthur handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment cases nationwide
Arthur takes entertainment matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Arthur agrees to represent you.
Biography
Arthur Evrensel, entertainment attorney serving the U.S.
Arthur Evrensel is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Entertainment. Arthur works from the U.S. and takes on entertainment matters across the region.
Founding partner with 28 years of experience providing legal counsel in the areas of content creation, entertainment, TV and motion picture production, financing and distribution, digital media, animation and licensing. Extensive experience in structuring the financing and distribution of international TV series and motion picture co-productions and co-ventures. Exclusively represents content producers, financiers, writers, animation studios, performers, distributors, studios and private investors involved in filmed entertainment and digital media. Published numerous articles on financing and international co-productions. Peer-rated as "Most Frequently Recommended" by Canadian Legal LEXPERT Directory, recognized in the "Guide to the Leading 500 Lawyers in Canada" compiled by LEXPERT and recognized in Euromoney's "Guide to the World's Leading Technology, Media and Telecommunications Lawyers. Member of the Board of Directors of Lionsgate Entertainment since 2001. Contributing Editor (2001-2007) of the Entertainment Agreements volume of "Canadian Forms & Precedents" published by Butterworths. he has presented at conferences/seminars in Canada, the US, China and England. Lectured at McGill University, University of British Columbia and University of Victoria.
Arthur's approach to entertainment cases
Founding partner with 28 years of experience providing legal counsel in the areas of content creation, entertainment, TV and motion picture production, financing and distribution, digital media, animation and licensing. Extensive experience in structuring the financing and distribution of international TV series and motion picture co-productions and co-ventures. Exclusively represents content…
Clients Arthur works with
Arthur reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment matters in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where Arthur studied and practices
McGill University
LL.B · 1985
Jurisdictions
Arthur's state bar admissions
British Columbia, La
ACTIVE
Arthur studied at LL.B in McGill University.
Law school and academic background
Arthur completed LL.B in McGill University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Arthur runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Arthur's legal honors and published work
Arthur has received 10 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Entertainment Law, Vancouver (Canada)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Entertainment Law, Vancouver (Canada)
2021
Lawyer of the Year — Entertainment Law, Vancouver (Canada)
2018
Lawyer of the Year — Entertainment Law, Vancouver (Canada)
2016
Lawyer of the Year — Entertainment Law, Vancouver (Canada)
2012
Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — "Outstanding Achievement Award" in 2018 from The Motion Picture Arts & Sciences Foundation of British Columbia.
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lexpert/American Lawyer
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Guide to the Leading 500 Lawyers in Canada.
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Entertainment Law, Vancouver (Canada) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Entertainment Law, Vancouver (Canada) (2021). Lawyer of the Year — Entertainment Law, Vancouver (Canada) (2018). Lawyer of the Year — Entertainment Law, Vancouver (Canada) (2016). Lawyer of the Year — Entertainment Law, Vancouver (Canada) (2012). Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law (2026).
Locations
Arthur Evrensel's office in Vancouver
Arthur's primary office is at 1055 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, 11125. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Arthur Evrensel — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Arthur usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Arthur charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Arthur's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Arthur will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Arthur
Arthur discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Arthur confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Arthur's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Arthur Evrensel
How much does it cost to hire Arthur for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Arthur walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Arthur offer a free consultation?
Arthur charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Arthur's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Arthur's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in this state typically take?
Simple entertainment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Arthur gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Arthur take my case if I'm outside the area?
Arthur evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Arthur's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Arthur?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Arthur will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Arthur accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Arthur's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.