Daniel H. Black, Entertainment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 49 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Shareholder; Chair, West Coast Entertainment and Media PracticeatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing entertainment in Los Angeles since 1977.
- 49+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Daniel H. Black is a shareholder; chair, west coast entertainment and media practice based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment and General. Daniel has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 49 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · General
- Handles Entertainment and General matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Daniel H. Black: Daniel H. Black is a shareholder; chair, west coast entertainment and media practice based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment and General. Daniel has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Daniel's practice areas in Los Angeles
Daniel concentrates on entertainment and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment cases in Los Angeles, California
Daniel takes entertainment matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Daniel takes general matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Biography
Daniel H. Black, entertainment attorney serving Los Angeles
Daniel H. Black is a shareholder; chair, west coast entertainment and media practice based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment and General. Daniel has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Daniel works from Los Angeles, California and takes on entertainment matters across the region.
Daniel H. Black, Vice Chair of the firm's Global Entertainment & Media Practice and Chair of the West Coast Entertainment and Media Practice, has wide-ranging experience in the television, motion picture and digital media arenas, having practiced law both in the major studio and law firm settings. Dan is widely recognized for his ability to easily navigate on the cutting edge of media and the traditional entertainment business. He has served as lead counsel on transactions with the major motion picture studios, television networks and streamers, in addition to major Internet content producing, licensing and advertising entities. He represents C-Suite and other high-level entertainment and media executives in the negotiation of their employment agreements. In addition, his clients include production and distribution, Internet, video game, and augmented reality companies as well as advertising agencies, showrunners and producers, along with on-air television and sports personalities. Dan also has deep experience representing clients based outside of Los Angeles in their entertainment industry-related matters.
Dan has been honored by his frequent inclusion on The Hollywood Reporter’s Power Lawyers List, which recognizes the “Top 100 Most Influential Entertainment Lawyers in America,” culminating in his being named a Legal Legend as a Lifetime Honoree. He has been listed in several of the “Variety500: The 500 Most Important People in Global Media.” He also has been consistently featured in Variety’s prestigious “Legal Impact Report” and “Dealmakers Impact Report.”
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The Hollywood Reporter, ' Power Lawyers: Top 100 Attorneys List, ' 2007-2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021
•Lifetime Honoree, “ Legal Legends, ” 2022-2025
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television, 2009-2026
•Listed, Variety, ' Legal Impact Report, ' 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
•Listed, Lawdragon, '500 Leading Global Entertainment, Sports & Media Lawyers,' 2025-2026
•Listed, Chambers USA Guide, 2013-2017, 2022-2025
•Listed, The Legal 500 United States, Media, technology and telecoms> Media and entertainment: transactional, 2024
•Listed, Variety, ' Dealmakers Impact Report, ' 2009, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2025
•Team Member, a Law360 “Media & Entertainment Practice Group of the Year,” 2022
•Listed, Variety, ' Variety500, ' 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
•Recipient, ' Entertainment Lawyer of the Year ' Award, Century City Bar Association, 2013
How Daniel handles entertainment matters
Daniel H. Black, Vice Chair of the firm's Global Entertainment & Media Practice and Chair of the West Coast Entertainment and Media Practice, has wide-ranging experience in the television, motion picture and digital media arenas, having practiced law both in the major studio and law firm settings. Dan is widely recognized for his ability to easily navigate on the cutting edge of media and the…
The kind of cases Daniel takes
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment and general matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Daniel studied and practices
The George Washington University Law School J.D.
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New York University A.B. cum laude New York University A.B. Phi Beta Kappa
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Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
California
1987 · ACTIVE
New York
1977 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at — in The George Washington University Law School J.D. and — in New York University A.B. cum laude New York University A.B. Phi Beta Kappa.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed — in The George Washington University Law School J.D. and — in New York University A.B. cum laude New York University A.B. Phi Beta Kappa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Daniel H. Black's office in Los Angeles
Daniel's primary office is at 1840 Century Park East, Suite 1900, Los Angeles, CA, 90067-2121. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
1840 Century Park East, Suite 1900
Los Angeles, CA 90067-2121
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Client reviews of Daniel H. Black — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Daniel H. Black — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel'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; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Los Angeles, California
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 Daniel
Daniel 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. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Daniel'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 Daniel H. Black
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daniel offer a free consultation?
Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in California 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. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Daniel is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Daniel will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Daniel?
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. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daniel accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Entertainment attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Daniel handles entertainment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified entertainment attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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