Eric Custer

A consummate professional who guided us through a complex music rights dispute

Our company faced a daunting, multi-party dispute over the licensing rights to a catalog of songs, a situation that threatened significant financial and reputational damage. We were fortunate to engage Eric Custer at Manatt. His 32 years of experience, particularly his deep focus on entertainment and music law, were immediately evident. Eric didn't just react to the legal challenge; he provided a strategic roadmap, explaining the nuances of music copyright and contract law with a clarity that demystified the entire process. His recognition by Best Lawyers in Entertainment Law - Music is clearly well-deserved. Eric and his team conducted a meticulous review of decades-old agreements, identified our strongest leverage points, and negotiated a settlement that not only protected our assets but also preserved critical creative relationships. His calm, steady professionalism in Los Angeles's high-stakes environment was invaluable. We emerged from a potentially catastrophic situation in a stronger position, thanks entirely to Eric's expertise and strategic counsel.