Stephen Ma, a prominent lawyer based in Los Angeles, has been making waves in the legal industry with his impressive skillset and expertise. He was recognized by the Los Angeles Business Journal as one of the "Most Influential Minority Lawyers" in 2019, and has been chosen for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2019 for Entertainment Law - Music. Ma's practice includes securities litigation, real estate disputes, entertainment matters, and employment issues. He has a broad range of experience, from representing and advising tech startups and private investment firms, to working with entertainment conglomerates and publicly-traded companies such as MGM Resorts International, Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, East West Bank, and Morgan Stanley.

Ma has an extensive educational background, starting with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from Georgetown University. He went on to study Law at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, earning his Juris Doctorate in 1995. But it's not just his academic achievements that set him apart - Ma has also contributed to various organizations and committees. Currently, he serves as Co-Chair of the Entertainment Law Committee for the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) and has previously served on the Board of Directors for the Korean-American Bar Association.

Ma's professional journey began as an Associate at Schiff Hardin LLP, followed by an Associate position at Hedlund Hanley & John. From there, he became a Partner at Glaser, Weil, Fink, Jacobs, Howard, Avchen & Shapiro, LLP before joining Early Sullivan Wright Gizer & McRae LLP as a Partner. With his diverse experience and impressive achievements, it's no wonder Ma has become a go-to lawyer for clients seeking legal counsel in the areas of securities, real estate, entertainment, and employment.