Marc Chamlin, Gray Coleman, John Diemer, Tom Hoberman, Ed Klaris, and David Yohai Courtesy of Subject (6) Logo text Some entertainment lawyers close deals. These lawyers help define the business.
THR’s Legal Legends honor recognizes attorneys whose work has left a lasting mark on Hollywood and the law. Here are the six joining the club in 2026.
MARC CHAMLIN
LOEB & LOEB
The longtime New York dealmaker has built a wide-ranging practice spanning talent, publishing, corporate matters and estates, representing Oprah, Glenn Close and Andy Cohen.
GRAY COLEMAN
DAVIS, WRIGHT & TREMAINE
A theater-law standout, Coleman serves as outside counsel to the Public Theater and has helped shepherd productions including Hamilton, Hell’s Kitchen and Fun Home.
JOHN DIEMER
GOODMAN & GENOW
A founding partner of Goodman & Genow, Diemer has long advised filmmakers and producers including Roland Emmerich, Alexander Payne and Jason Blum.
TOM HOBERMAN
HANSEN JACOBSON
Over five decades, Hoberman has represented a who’s who of Hollywood, including Elizabeth Taylor, Janet Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Jason Bateman.
ED KLARIS
KLARIS LAW
A veteran media lawyer, Klaris has worked across journalism, publishing and documentaries, from ABC News and The New Yorker to AI-era copyright fights.
DAVID YOHAI
WEIL, GOTSHAL & MANGES
A leading media litigator, Yohai represents major entertainment companies in high-stakes commercial and privacy disputes, including a Supreme Court case involving Paramount.
This story appeared in the April 8 issue of The Hollywood Reporter magazine. Click here to subscribe.
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