Monica W. Zhang, Entertainment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 10 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment and Personal Injury
Of CounselatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing entertainment in Los Angeles since 2016.
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Monica W. Zhang is an of counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment and Personal Injury. Monica has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
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- Entertainment · Personal Injury
- Handles Entertainment and Personal Injury matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 10 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Monica W. Zhang: Monica W. Zhang is an of counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment and Personal Injury. Monica has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Monica takes on
Monica concentrates on entertainment and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Monica handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment cases in Los Angeles, California
Monica 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 Monica agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Los Angeles, California
Monica takes personal injury 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 Monica agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Monica W. Zhang — entertainment lawyer in Los Angeles
Monica W. Zhang is an of counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment and Personal Injury. Monica has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Monica W. Zhang focuses her practice on transactional entertainment matters across the music, film, television and new media landscape representing a variety of clients from internationally acclaimed and developing recording artists, songwriters, producers, and creators to independent producers, record and music publishing companies, digital media companies, investment funds and asset managers and financiers. Monica frequently represents and advises clients in mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, and financing transactions relating to music assets, including income streams, copyrights, name and likeness, trademarks, and related rights. Additionally, Monica regularly advises on content usage and music clearance issues, development and production for film, television and new media projects, and providing practical and solution-oriented guidance for her clients.
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Selected, Variety, 'Hollywood's New Leaders,' 2023
•Listed, Variety, ' Legal Impact Report - Up Next, ' 2023
•Team Member, a Law360 “Media & Entertainment Practice Group of the Year,” 2022
How Monica handles entertainment matters
Monica W. Zhang focuses her practice on transactional entertainment matters across the music, film, television and new media landscape representing a variety of clients from internationally acclaimed and developing recording artists, songwriters, producers, and creators to independent producers, record and music publishing companies, digital media companies, investment funds and asset managers…
Who Monica represents
Monica reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment and personal injury matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of California, Hastings College of the Law J.D. Executive Acquisitions Editor, UC Hastings Communication and Entertainment Law Journal
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University of California at Davis B.A.
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Jurisdictions
Monica's state bar admissions
California
2016 · ACTIVE
Monica studied at — in University of California, Hastings College of the Law J.D. Executive Acquisitions Editor, UC Hastings Communication and Entertainment Law Journal and — in University of California at Davis B.A..
Law school and academic background
Monica completed — in University of California, Hastings College of the Law J.D. Executive Acquisitions Editor, UC Hastings Communication and Entertainment Law Journal and — in University of California at Davis B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Monica runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Monica's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional & Community Involvement •Vice Chair, American Bar Association’s Forum on the Entertainment & Sports Industries, Music & Personal Appearances Division, 2020-2021 •Volunteer/Member of the Kaleidoscope Giving Circle, Chrysalis, 2019-Present
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Locations
Monica W. Zhang's office in Los Angeles
Monica'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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How to hire Monica W. Zhang — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Monica usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Monica charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Monica'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; Monica 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 Monica
Monica 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. Monica confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Monica'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 Monica W. Zhang
How much does it cost to hire Monica for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Monica walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Monica offer a free consultation?
Monica charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Monica's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Monica'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. Monica gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Monica take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Monica 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 — Monica 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 Monica?
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. Monica will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Monica accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Monica'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
Monica 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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