John Berlinski

John Berlinski is a seasoned legal professional specializing in entertainment law, currently serving as a Partner at Bird Marella since May 2022. Prior experience includes a role as Partner at Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP from October 2013 to May 2022, where responsibilities included leading the office and chairing the entertainment law practice, focusing on significant disputes for television and theatrical talent, musicians, and copyright owners. Berlinski also held the position of Senior Vice President and Head of West Coast Television Litigation at NBCUniversal from June 2006 to October 2013, managing a broad spectrum of litigation and pre-litigation claims in the entertainment sector. Prior to that, Berlinski worked as Counsel at O'Melveny & Myers LLP from January 2000 to June 2006, overseeing various litigation matters. Education includes a Doctor of Law (JD) from the University of Michigan Law School and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in History from Cornell University.