Davis+Gilbert LLP

04/14/2026

🎉 Davis+Gilbert is proud to once again be recognized by Media Law International.

We’ve been ranked Tier 1 in the United States in Media Law International’s 2026 guide, marking our 10th consecutive year at the top tier and our 12th year overall of recognition by MLI.

We’re also pleased to share that Ashima Dayal and Jim Johnston were each named Leading Lawyers in media law for the second year in a row.

Thank you to our clients and peers for your continued trust and support.

🔗 Read the full announcement: https://www.dglaw.com/davisgilbert-earns-top-tier-recognition-in-media-law-international-2026-rankings/

02/26/2026

Davis+Gilbert is proud to announce that five of our attorneys have been recognized in Legal 500's New York Elite rankings.

The Legal 500 US City Elite rankings spotlight key lawyers at regional firms who are delivering top-of-market work in their cities — with attorneys ranked individually by tier based on peer feedback, client interviews, and evidence of standout matters.

🏆 Recognized Attorneys:
◾Curt Myers — Corporate and M&A
◾Brad Schwartzberg — Corporate and M&A
◾Richard Eisert — Cybersecurity and Data Protection
◾Gary Kibel — Cybersecurity and Data Protection
◾Devin Kothari — Cybersecurity and Data Protection

Thank you to our clients who shared their time and insights with Legal 500. This recognition belongs to you as much as it does to our attorneys.

Read the full announcement: https://www.dglaw.com/five-davisgilbert-partners-named-to-legal-500s-new-york-elite-rankings/

02/25/2026

Davis+Gilbert is proud to share that partners Jim Johnston and Andrew Richman have been named to the 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Entertainment, Sports & Media Lawyers guide by Lawdragon.

The annual guide recognizes leading lawyers worldwide who are shaping the entertainment, sports and media industries through their work on complex transactions, disputes and strategic advisory matters.

Jim and Andrew’s inclusions reflect the strength of our Entertainment & Sports practice and our continued commitment to delivering practical, business-focused counsel to clients across the industry.

Congratulations to Jim and Andrew on this well-deserved recognition.

Read the full announcement: https://www.dglaw.com/davisgilbert-partners-recognized-in-lawdragon-500-leading-global-entertainment-sports-media-lawyers-guide/

12/11/2025

We are excited to share that our firm has promoted three attorneys to Partner and three attorneys to Counsel, effective January 1, 2026. These promotions recognize their legal skill, client service and commitment to the firm’s values.

Please join us in congratulating our new Partners:
• Andrew Richman (Advertising + Marketing/Entertainment + Sports)
• David Staggs (Private Client Services)
• Joy Wildes (Intellectual Property + Media/Trademark)

And our new Counsel:
• Daniel Finnegan (Litigation + Dispute Resolution)
• Alexa Rozell (Advertising + Marketing/ Technology Transactions)
• Benjamin Snow (Corporate + Transactions/Tax)

We are proud to celebrate this talented group and look forward to all they will accomplish in their new roles.

Read the full announcement: https://www.dglaw.com/davisgilbert-elevates-three-to-partner-and-three-to-counsel/

12/04/2025

Davis+Gilbert is pleased to share that Allison Fitzpatrick, a partner in our Advertising + Marketing practice, has been elected Global Secretary of the Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA).

GALA is a leading network of advertising, marketing and promotion law practitioners across more than 90 countries. Allison’s appointment reflects her deep experience advising global brands and agencies on complex marketing and promotion issues and her longstanding involvement with the organization.

Please join us in congratulating Allison on this well-deserved recognition and leadership role.

11/06/2025

Davis+Gilbert has received top recognition in eight areas of law in the 2026 “Best Law Firms” rankings by Best Lawyers.

🏆 The firm received 15 rankings in the following areas of law: Advertising Law, Copyright Law, Employment Law – Management, Litigation – Intellectual Property, Litigation – Labor & Employment, Real Estate Law, Sports Law and Trusts & Estates.

Thank you to our outstanding clients and colleagues who make Davis+Gilbert one of the “Best Law Firms.”

Read the full announcement: https://www.dglaw.com/davisgilbert-ranked-in-best-law-firms-2026-edition/

11/05/2025

🎉 Davis+Gilbert is excited to welcome Amy Shepherd to the firm as our new Chief Marketing + Business Development Officer!

Amy brings deep experience driving growth for leading law firms and is a recognized authority on AI in legal marketing, including co-authoring the 2025 State of the Industry Report in Legal Marketing & Business Development.

We look forward to her leadership in advancing our client development, marketing, and innovation strategies.

Read the full announcement: https://www.dglaw.com/davisgilbert-appoints-amy-shepherd-as-chief-marketing-business-development-officer/

11/04/2025

We’re thrilled to share Davis+Gilbert’s 13th Annual PR Industry Trends Report!

This year’s insights explore how economic uncertainty and AI adoption are reshaping the PR landscape in 2025. From client expectations to tech-driven strategies, this report is a must-read for PR firm leaders. Plus, we highlight key areas of misalignment revealed by our 2025 survey results.

📊 Get the full report here: https://www.dglaw.com/2025-public-relations-industry-trends-report/

👉 Read our full announcement: https://www.dglaw.com/davisgilberts-13th-annual-pr-industry-trends-report-economic-uncertainty-and-ai-adoption-define-2025/

11/03/2025

Davis+Gilbert is proud to announce that Super Lawyers has recognized 19 of the firm’s attorneys in its annual lists. Eleven attorneys were selected as New York Metro Super Lawyers and eight attorneys were selected as New York Metro Rising Stars for 2025.

Congratulations to all the attorneys recognized!

Read the full announcement:

Davis+Gilbert’s attorneys have, once again, been recognized in Super Lawyers annual lists. Eleven attorneys were selected as New York Metro Super Lawyers and eight attorneys were selected as New York Metro Rising Stars.

10/22/2025

🎭 Davis+Gilbert is proud to partner with Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts (VLA) in their mission to provide pro bono legal services to New York artists and arts and cultural organizations. As part of our partnership with VLA, every year Davis+Gilbert hosts two pro bono legal clinics in which our attorneys provide one-on-one consultation sessions with VLA clients on their arts-related legal issues.

Shout out to our attorneys who participated in our most recent clinic in celebration of Pro Bono Week: Ashima Dayal, Amanda DeMasi, Jim Johnston, Will Kukin, Ali Rozell, Gia Wakil and Danielle Zolot!

To learn more about VLA, visit their website 🔗 https://vlany.org/