ALICE LEE
Brooklyn
Summary
As a seasoned commercial and art counsel with over 15 years of experience at the intersection of media, technology, marketing, and international business development, as well as design and production roles within the advertising and entertainment agency arenas, media production companies, and solo practice, along with engagements in highly regarded NGOs, Alice seeks to offer her legal, operational, and strategic acumen to organizations dedicated to creating meaningful and sustainable social impact through conscious innovation, regeneration of resources, and education.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
COMMERCIAL PRODUCT COUNSEL
Alice & Associates, P.C.
NYC
09.2024 - Current
MEDIA COUNSEL
Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc.
NYC
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Drafted, reviewed and negotiated Client services agreements, advertising and marketing campaigns / RFPs with a focus on privacy laws and use of artificial intelligence, as well as Vendor agreements with talent agencies, union and non-union, technology and custom content partners inclusive of software licensing, sponsorship agreements, andinsertion orders with IAB terms for media buys
- Lead weekly meetings with creative teams, operations, leadership executives and diverse working groups
- Developed working legal framework for business and creative teams
COMMERCIAL ENTERTAINMENT COUNSEL
Alice & Associates, P.C.
NYC
08.2018 - 12.2021
- Provide legal counsel, business strategy, planning and production services to the following industries: film, television, digital media, music, emerging art and technology
- Review, draft, negotiate agreements for and advise clients on project development, production, licensing for content, image, music, video, non-union and vendor agreements with a focus on intellectual property laws including privacy, right of publicity, defamation, copyright, trademark, and fair use matters
GENERAL COUNSEL, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
RAA Media, LLC
NYC
01.2016 - 08.2018
- Served as general counsel and business operations strategist for interactive media production arm
- Developed, monitored and managed intellectual property requirements for global projects
- Managed C-suite and in-house media teams, providing companywide operations and fiscal oversight, including the tracking and monitoring of project budgets and finances, and negotiating rates with talent agents, freelancers and content providers
- Negotiated vendor agreements for: Media design and production services related to film, digital media, software, web, and interactive design as well as with print and digital media producers for projects spanning from natural history and science museums to corporate visitor centers worldwide including distribution
- Drafted licensing agreements for content, archival image, domain transfer, music, and talent in documentary films, motion picture, media, including distribution, synchronization and performance rights, including SAG-AFTRA, AFM and ASCAP related rights, permissions, image and location releases, and photography agreements
IN-HOUSE CHIEF LEGAL COUNSEL
Ralph Appelbaum Associates, Inc.
NYC
06.2008 - 08.2016
- Served as chief legal officer for world renown planning, design and media firm, and its global affiliate offices in London, Moscow, Berlin, Beijing and Dubai
- Corporate Governance: Managed, drafted and negotiated complex agreements for domestic and international corporate commercial transactions with both commercial clients and cross-platform vendors
- Advised on and monitored intellectual property matters including copyright legislation, privacy and right of publicity issues
- External counsel management
- Marketing and Advertising: Reviewed and consulted on prepublication promotional materials and RFP/RFQ contracts
- Employment: Advised company executives on local employment regulations and employer-sponsored immigration issues for the New York, Berlin, and UK offices
- Negotiated and drafted non-disclosure, non-compete, non-solicitation, and other employment-based agreements
- Drafted company policies, including anti-bribery, international labor standards, and 'best practices' policies
- Initiated O-1, EB-5, and H-1B visas and L1 and L2 visa extension filings
Education
JURIS DOCTOR - International Intellectual Property
Suffolk University School of Law
Boston, MA05.2005
Intellectual Property, Foreign Trade and Arbitration -
East China University of Politics and Law
Shanghai, China01.2004
International Trade Workshop - International Human Rights
University of Lund
Lund, Sweden01.2003
BACHELOR OF ARTS - POLITICAL SCIENCE
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05.2001
Skills
- Contract Negotiation
- Intellectual Property
- Regulatory Compliance
- Data Privacy
- Vendor Management
- Creative Collaboration
- Client Relations
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Strategic Planning and Operations
- Mediation and Dispute Resolution
- Mandarin Speaking
Languages
- Mandarin Native Speaking
- Working knowledge of French and Spanish
Hobbies and Interests
- Linguistics
- Film
- Surrealism
- Sustainability
- Culinary Delights
- Creating safe havens and preserving Women's and Children's Rights
Studies Abroad
- Sotheby's Institute of Art, London, UK, Art and Its Markets, 2015
- East China University of Politics and Law, Shanghai, China, Intellectual Property, Foreign Trade and Arbitration, 2004
- University of Lund, Lund, Sweden, International Trade Workshop, International Human Rights, 2003
Certification
- Admitted to New York State Bar
- Art and Its Markets, Art Law, Local Markets Certification - Sotheby’s Art Institute in London, UK
- Mediator Certification - Volunteer Lawyers of the Arts
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
COMMERCIAL PRODUCT COUNSEL
Alice & Associates, P.C.
09.2024 - Current
MEDIA COUNSEL
Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc.
01.2022 - 08.2024
COMMERCIAL ENTERTAINMENT COUNSEL
Alice & Associates, P.C.
08.2018 - 12.2021
GENERAL COUNSEL, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
RAA Media, LLC
01.2016 - 08.2018
IN-HOUSE CHIEF LEGAL COUNSEL
Ralph Appelbaum Associates, Inc.
06.2008 - 08.2016
JURIS DOCTOR - International Intellectual Property
Suffolk University School of Law
Intellectual Property, Foreign Trade and Arbitration -
East China University of Politics and Law
International Trade Workshop - International Human Rights
University of Lund
BACHELOR OF ARTS - POLITICAL SCIENCE
Texas A&M University
Similar Profiles
Ashley GutierrezAshley Gutierrez
Registered Dental Assistant/Patient Scheduling Coordinator at Alice Dental AssociatesRegistered Dental Assistant/Patient Scheduling Coordinator at Alice Dental Associates
ZEAL GANDHIZEAL GANDHI
Full-Time Dental Practitioner at ALICE DENTAL ASSOCIATESFull-Time Dental Practitioner at ALICE DENTAL ASSOCIATES
COY PAPACHEKCOY PAPACHEK
Sales Representative at Brandon J. Alice & Associates LLC, GreaterSales Representative at Brandon J. Alice & Associates LLC, Greater
Sara N. LevineSara N. Levine
Ophthalmic Oncology/Surgery Nurse Practitioner at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer CenterOphthalmic Oncology/Surgery Nurse Practitioner at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
LANEY BARBERLANEY BARBER
Bartender at Franklin ParkBartender at Franklin Park