Legal Services

Gary J. Washington practices entertainment law, transactional law and general civil litigation, including commercial and tort-based litigation.  Mr. Washington handles a variety of matters related to entertainment and intellectual property claims (e.g., copyright ownership and infringement claims).  He specializes in drafting and reviewing artist recording agreements and producer agreements, as well as all aspects of the formation and promotion of independent record labels.  Other areas of experience include investor agreements for television and movie productions.

Mr. Washington also has substantial experience with alternative dispute resolution methods such as mediation and arbitration.  

Memberships

Mr. Washington is a member of the State Bar of Texas, the Houston Bar Association, and the American Bar Association.

Admitted

• Texas, 2004
• United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas

Education

B.A., Texas Southern University

• Member, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity

J.D., summa cum laude, Thurgood Marshall School of Law

• Salutatorian, Class of 2004.