Veteran Hollywood Lawyer Daniel Emmanuel has retired from the law firm Paul Hastings after more than 40 years, a legal eagle of entertainment. Emanuel will focus on serving as an advisor to a lifelong client. ryan murphy.
Emanuel was greeted in April by Variety as 2023 Power of Law honoreepaying tribute to his long career as a respected representative who has long been active in initiatives against racism and the fight against anti-Semitism.
“While the decision to leave my clients and Paul Hastings has not been easy, knowing that they are in such good hands along with my colleagues has helped make the transition easier,” Emanuel said.
Emanuel’s many clients include prolific producer Ryan Murphy, filmmakers Robert Rodriguez and Tony Gilroy.
“After practicing law for more than 42 years, Craig Emanuel, long-time partner and former global president of Paul Hastings’ Entertainment and Media group, is retiring from our firm to serve as counsel to his long-time client. , Ryan Murphy. ”said Paul Hastings. “We are excited about Craig and look forward to continuing to work with Craig’s clients, including a continued relationship with him and Ryan in this new capacity.”
Emanuel is known for having long relationships with clients like Murphy and Rodríguez. Immanuel said Variety in April that it is important for attorneys to have deep connections with clients to understand their long-term hopes and dreams.
“I think you have to lead from the strength of who you are,” Emanuel said.