Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP since Jun 2006
Attorney
Terrence F. Durkin, Esq. Oct 2004 - Oct 2006
Law Clerk
Education:
The John Marshall Law School 2002 - 2005
JD/LLM, General Law, Intellectual Property
DePaul University 1997 - 2001
BA, English (BA), Pyschology (BA)
Interests:
Independent Artist Management (Entrepreneurial)Manager/Legal Representation May 2005 – 2010
-Implement all facets of national and regional tours; assemble benefit and charity concerts; communicate with performing rights societies (ASCAP and BMI), music publishers, licensing and booking agencies, artist managers/legal representatives, and businesses interested in sponsorship or endorsement;
-Embark upon radio and internet publicity campaigns; correspond with major and independent record labels, recording studios, promotional/marketing companies, digital distribution companies, and venues/talent buyers; arrange for radio, print and internet interviews; propose and maintain an electronic press kit and an assortment of websites promoting local talent; write for the Chicago Music Guide to provide general legal advice to artists and groups relating to intellectual property and entertainment industry issues.
Honor & Awards:
The National Association of Women Lawyers: 2005 Outstanding Woman Law Graduate of The John Marshall Law School; Dean’s Scholarship; Dean’s List; Allen H. Schwartz Scholarship; Louis Biro Scholarship; ABA “Silver Key” Award