Loeb & Loeb is pleased to announce the arrival of Monika Tashman to the firm’s Nashville office as a partner in the Entertainment department.
With decades of experience in the entertainment industry, Tashman represents all manner of industry clients from entrepreneurial artists and record labels to emerging entertainment-focused businesses and experiential music production companies. Her expertise includes representation of a wide range of music talent, spanning from icons to developing artists, across genres such as rock, pop, reggae, bachata and metalcore.
“With over 25 years of experience in the music and entertainment industries and an impressive track record of success, Monika is a fantastic addition to our team,” said Scott Edel, chair of Loeb & Loeb’s Entertainment department. “Continued growth and being able to work seamlessly across key entertainment hubs is a strategic priority for our group, and Monika’s joining is an important step in continuing to action on those priorities.”
Tashman crafts innovative transactions and provides strategic counsel to clients at the intersection of entertainment, music and technology. Her deep industry knowledge, coaching background and legal experience enable her to offer a distinctive approach to negotiating strategic deals in the industry.
“Loeb has been the leading law firm for the entertainment industry for over a century and I am excited to join in its storied history,” said Tashman. “The firm’s deep bench of entertainment lawyers, collaborative culture and strong industry experience are the perfect complements to my practice, and together I know that we will continue to provide optimal service to clients across the entertainment industry.”
Beyond the music industry, Monika’s experience and client base extends to literary, fashion, thought leaders, beauty, art and corporate matters. She has extensive experience handling complex and pivotal deals that have major impacts on the broader entertainment and media industry.
“Monika expands our music expertise and market presence on an international level,” said Derek Crownover, co-office administrative partner of the Nashville office and vice chair of the Music Industry practice group. “Her personality, leadership and client care will be a great addition to our practice group and the firm.”
Tashman earned her B.S. magna cum laude from New York University and her J.D. from Cardozo School of Law. Tashman joins Loeb & Loeb from Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP.