Emily Zipperstein

Emily Zipperstein is a Partner at Sidley Austin LLP, specializing in a wide range of legal services including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate governance. Her practice particularly focuses on sectors such as media and entertainment, consumer products, and founder-owned businesses. She has been recognized multiple times for her contributions to the legal field, notably by Variety in its 2021 and 2023 Legal Impact Reports, as well as receiving commendations from Chambers for her work in gender diversity.13

Education and Career Background

• Education: Emily earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, where she was involved with the Hastings Communications and Entertainment Law Journal. She completed her undergraduate studies at Davidson College, graduating cum laude with honors in English.1
• Previous Experience: Before joining Sidley Austin, she served as associate general counsel for Las Vegas Sands Corp., managing global intellectual property matters.1

Recognitions

Emily has been acknowledged for her impact in the legal industry, particularly within the entertainment sector:

• Featured in Variety’s 2024 Legal Impact Report.
• Recognized in Variety’s 2023 Dealmakers Impact Report.
• Honored as an “Up Next” honoree by Variety in 2018.14

Current Role

As a Partner at Sidley Austin LLP based in Los Angeles, Emily Zipperstein continues to represent clients in complex commercial transactions and strategic alliances, contributing significantly to the legal landscape of the entertainment industry.25