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Recognition

Latham Partner Julian Azran Named to The Hollywood Reporter's New York Power Lawyers List

May 12, 2026
The Hollywood Reporter
M&A partner recognized among the entertainment industry's top New York-based lawyers.

New York partner Julian Azran has been named to The Hollywood Reporter's New York Power Lawyers list, recognizing New York's top entertainment attorneys who have made a significant impact on the industry. This elite annual list spotlights New York-based attorneys whose work is shaping the future of entertainment.

Julian, a partner in Latham's M&A and Private Equity Practice with a focus on the entertainment, sports, and media industry, was recognized for his role advising Mediawan in the French studio's acquisition of North Road to create a new global independent content platform that puts producers and creators first. He was also honored for negotiating Initial Group's TPG-backed acquisition of Silver Tribe Media, further expanding the entertainment company's reach into the podcast and YouTube creator space.

Julian's recognition underscores Latham's market-leading entertainment M&A capabilities and the firm's continued role advising on the industry's most complex and impactful transactions.

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