Adam Burch
Adam Burch, JD, is an attorney with a focus on entertainment, media, intellectual property, and civil litigation. Drawing on both creative and legal training, he provides clients with strategic guidance in navigating complex disputes and structuring deals that protect their work and advance their careers.
Background
Adam earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Southern California, Gould School of Law, where he specialized in entertainment and intellectual property law. During his time at USC, he participated in the Intellectual Property & Technology Law Clinic, where he advised documentary filmmakers on copyright and fair use, the Advanced Mediation Clinic, where he mediated small claims and EEOC cases, and covered the 2023 Writers Guild and SAGAFTRA strikes for the Spotlight Entertainment and Law journal.
Today, Adam practices at Rushing McCarl LLP, a boutique civil litigation firm in Los Angeles. His work emphasizes clear, practical solutions—whether advocating in court, guiding clients through complex negotiations, or helping creatives protect and monetize their work.
Practice Areas / Strengths
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Entertainment & Media Law – Advising creatives, producers, and companies on rights management, distribution, and industry-standard agreements.
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Intellectual Property – Experience counseling documentary filmmakers on copyright and fair use issues through USC’s IP & Technology Law Clinic.
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Contracts & Deal-Making – Drafting and negotiating contracts with a keen eye for both creative and commercial interests.
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Mediation & Dispute Resolution – Trained mediator through USC Gould’s Advanced Mediation Clinic; experience mediating small claims and EEOC employment cases.
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Civil Litigation – Current associate at Rushing McCarl LLP, a boutique Los Angeles firm handling complex business and civil disputes.
Contact
Rushing McCarl LLP
2219 Main St. No. 144
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310.896.5082