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Art is also a professor at California Western School of Law teaching the courses Internet & Social Media Law (primarily focused on Internet, Intellectual Property, licensing, and online publishing law) as well as an Internet & Media Law Clinic.
In 2011, 2013, and 2015 Art was appointed as a member of the Federal Communication Commission's Consumer Advisory Committee, where he served as Co-chair of the Broadband Working Group. In 2014, Art was named to the Fastcase 50, which honors the law's smartest, most courageous innovators, techies, visionaries, & leaders.
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Erika is the Assistant Director at New Media Rights, where she works with creative professionals and small businesses in preventative transactional legal matters. In addition to providing one to one legal assistance in entertainment, intellectual property and privacy law matters, Erika also develops educational resources for New Media Rights and engages in public policy advocacy in regulatory proceedings at the Copyright Office.
Erika received her J.D. from California Western School of Law, and her B.A. degree in English from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. During law school, Erika worked for New Media Rights as an intern and student fellow before spending a semester in Los Angeles working in the business and legal affairs department of Shout! Factory, a multi-platform media company. While obtaining her undergraduate degree, Erika worked for four years in the marketing department of a large performing arts center in Madison, Wisconsin, where she assisted in programming projects and events that engaged local communities with the arts, and promoted national Broadway and non-Broadway touring productions.
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Alyssa is a second-year student at California Western School of Law with a passion for arts and entertainment law. She is a San Diego native and graduated from University of California San Diego with a degree in Sociology. Prior to law school, she worked as an event photographer and marketing manager.
Alyssa is excited to combine her passions for the arts and law while working at New Media Rights. She enjoys working with local artists and creators to help protect their work and fulfill their creative goals. While in law school, Alyssa serves as the VP of Entertainment for the Entertainment and Sports Law Society, as well as the Editor-in-Chief of Cal Western's newspaper, the Commentary. In her free time, she enjoys shooting and developing film photography and spending time with her husband, her dog Moose, and her cat Ripley.
Deanna is a second-year law student at California Western School of Law. Before attending law school, Deanna received her B.A. in Communications with minors in Film and Video Production and International Relations from UC San Diego. After graduating, she worked for Pigment in San Diego and interned for a California state representative.
Deanna is excited to join New Media Rights to merge her two passions of the arts and the law and help facilitate greater accessibility to legal resources for artists. Deanna also serves as a member of the film selection committee for the San Diego Arab Film Festival. In her free time, she enjoys watching movies, trying new restaurants, going on walks, and spending time with her friends, family, and cat, Figaro.
Katie is a second-year student at California Western School of Law. Before attending law school, Katie received her B.A. in Philosophy from the University of California, Los Angeles. During her undergraduate studies, Katie was a student researcher and editor for several nonprofits and independent authors.
Katie is a San Diego native with a passion for making legal insights more accessible. For this reason, Katie is proud to serve the mission of New Media Rights by helping provide resources to local creators.
Connie is a second-year law student at California Western School of Law, with a B.A. in Political Science from UC San Diego. Over the summer, Connie gained valuable experience as a Summer Associate at an employment defense firm, where she played a key role in supporting attorneys who defend and advise employers. Looking ahead, Connie is thrilled to work with New Media Rights, an opportunity that combines her personal love for creative projects with her professional passion for learning about the law and using that knowledge to assist others. When not immersed in legal studies, Connie enjoys staying active with hot yoga, exploring the natural beauty of San Diego, and unwinding by watching reality TV.
Ehren is a second-year California Western School of Law student with a B.A. in English from CU Denver. After undergrad, he worked for in-house counsel at Broadridge, where he gained valuable experience in contract drafting and regulatory compliance. Ehren continued working in tandem with the legal department for the next five years after transitioning to a position as a Mutual Fund Analyst. Working closely with in-house counsel to address complex issues and build lasting client relationships sparked his interest in a legal career, as he saw firsthand the value attorneys provide to business growth.
Ehren is thrilled to join New Media Rights. He looks forward to using his work experience while furthering his legal education to help creative professionals navigate the challenges of the Internet and new media.
Luke McKay Turner is a dedicated third-year law student at California Western School of Law, set to graduate in May 2025. A first-generation law student with a strong commitment to academic and professional growth, Luke received his M.A. and B.A. degrees in Political Science from Florida Atlantic University.
Luke is deeply involved in leadership, having served as the President of both the Student Intellectual Property Law Society and the Business Law Society at Cal Western. He actively participated as a member of California Western’s Trial Team and currently serves as the C.F.O. of the Moot Court Honors Board. These roles highlight Luke’s passion for advocacy, collaboration, and making a positive impact on their peers and the legal community.
In addition to his time at law school, Luke has gained practical legal experience by serving as a law clerk at a personal injury law firm and externing with a U.S. Federal Magistrate Judge. His career interests lie in business litigation, entertainment, and intellectual property law.
When not focused on law, Luke enjoys living in San Diego, exploring his love for lively social outings, going to the beach, trying new foods, and sharing life with his partner. Luke is also known for their quick wit, thoughtful insights, and dedication to building meaningful connections in both personal and professional settings.
