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Greenberg Glusker Welcomes Entertainment Partner Matthew Dysart

March 4, 2024Press Release
Greenberg Glusker Press Release

Los Angeles, CA – March 4, 2024 – Leading Los Angeles entertainment law firm Greenberg Glusker is pleased to announce that former executive at Spotify (Head of Podcast Business Affairs) and AwesomenessTV (Head of Legal and Business Affairs) Matthew Dysart has joined the firm as a partner.

Dysart is an experienced entertainment attorney with an impressive background in TV, feature films, podcasts, and other forms of digital media and technology. Throughout his career he has handled more than $2B in corporate development, M&A, film & TV slate finance, and production deals, acting as outside general counsel and deal advisor to production companies, creators, and tech firms.

Dysart advises and protects clients looking to leverage lean, high-impact teams. He crafts durable, future-proofed deals in collaboration with finance and strategy stakeholders, calling upon his deep experience and relationships with industry executives to forecast negotiation outcomes and secure successful results. His practice includes representing several leading podcast, digital media, and film & television production companies and talent, many of which leverage their brands into successful consumer products, publishing, and live event ventures.

“I’m thrilled that Matt has joined the firm,” said Matt Galsor, head of the firm’s Entertainment practice. “Matt is an extremely smart and effective lawyer, and I can’t wait to work with him,” he added.

“Over the years I have dealt with Greenberg Glusker and admired the smarts and tenacity of the firm’s attorneys,” said Dysart. “I am excited to join the firm, where I can continue to add value to cutting-edge entertainment transactions,” he added.

Before joining the firm, Dysart repped production companies and talent in entertainment deal-making across film, television, digital media, and audio. In addition to AwesomenessTV and Spotify, Dysart was Senior Vice President of Business and Legal Affairs for Entertainment One. Dysart graduated from Columbia University Law School and began his legal career at Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP.

About Greenberg Glusker’s Entertainment Practice:

“Greenberg Glusker is one of the most prominent firms in Hollywood” – The Hollywood Reporter

The firm represents top actors, directors, writers, producers, and production companies.  The firm consistently handles some of the biggest and most sophisticated deals in Hollywood. The clients of the firm enjoy the firm’s close relationships with top decision-makers in all areas of the industry and the firm’s long-standing reputation as one of the most respected firms in Hollywood.

About Greenberg Glusker LLP

Greenberg Glusker is a full-service law firm in Los Angeles, California with clients spanning the globe. For 65 years, the firm has delivered first-tier legal services, rooted in understanding our clients' intricate business needs and personal concerns. With tailored solutions driving outstanding results, we go beyond the practice of law; we become committed partners in our clients' successes. For more information, visit GreenbergGlusker.com.

Media Contacts: Sheenika Gandhi, Chief Marketing Officer, Greenberg Glusker LLP, [email protected]; Seth Horowitz, President, Horowitz Agency, [email protected]

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