Meet The Team

Josh Gablin, Esq.

Senior Attorney, Joshua Gablin, is a passionate intellectual property, business, corporate, and entertainment lawyer with over ten (10) years of real industry experience. Josh’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to found his own record label and publishing company, where he played a pivotal role in developing and nurturing the careers of dozens of independent artists. 

Josh’s journey into law was driven by a profound desire to protect the rights of entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives. After studying music business at Elmhurst College (now Elmhurst University), he realized his true calling lay in helping creators safeguard their intellectual property and navigate the complex legal landscape of the entertainment world. This journey took him to Chicago-Kent College of Law, where he earned his law degree while honing his focus on intellectual property law.

At Chicago-Kent College of Law, Josh served as President of the school's Art & Cultural Property Society, where he gained invaluable insight into the intersection of law, art, and culture. His passion for intellectual property law grew further as the Executive Article Editor of the Chicago-Kent College of Law Intellectual Property Journal, where he helped review cutting-edge research and thought leadership in the field. 

Today, Josh is known for his expertise in entertainment law, with a particular focus on intellectual property, licensing, and contract negotiation. His experience working as both a musician and a legal advocate for artists gives him a unique perspective that allows him to serve as a trusted advisor to both up-and-coming and established creators and business owners. 

Experience

Delgado Entertainment Law, PLLC
November 2024 – Present

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Gablin Law LLC

Managing Attorney

December 2023 - 2024 

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Schnauz Record Company

Founder/President
January 2015 - February 2024

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Admitted to the following Bars

Illinois State Bar

Membership and Activities

Chicago Bar Association
Illinois State Bar Association, Artificial Intelligence

Illinois State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Education

Top Music Attorney 

Music Business School 

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Chicago Kent College of Law J.D., 2020-2024

Executive Article Editor, Intellectual Property Journal
President, Art & Cultural Property Law Society

Elmhurst College, 2020

Philosophy & Music-Business
Music Business Student Union

Chris Hudson, Esq.

With over twelve (12) years of legal experience related to business, corporate, technology and entertainment law, Chris Hudson specializes in helping all types of entrepreneurs achieve their dreams.

Chris has a special passion for his music industry clients, ranging from Grammy Award-winners to chart-topping producers to label executives to artists and provides strategic counsel on recording contracts, producer agreements, distribution contracts, and other key aspects of the music business.

Chris is also experienced in drafting and negotiating film above and below-the-line production agreements for TV and multimedia. Chris provides broad legal services across all stages of production for scripted and unscripted shows. At Sony Pictures Entertainment, Chris managed the full lifecycle of hundreds of projects, negotiating complex production and technology agreements while mitigating risk through strategic deal structuring.

​When not championing clients, Chris enjoys traveling, working out, watching WWE, and chasing adrenaline-packed adventures.

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Experience

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Delgado Entertainment Law, PLLC​
November 2024 – Present

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Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc.​

Contract Specialist Attorney
March 2020 – February 2024

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Daymaker Productions, LLC​

Attorney
January 2019 – March 2020

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Singh, Singh & Trauben, LLP​

Music Attorney
January 2018 – January 2019

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The Law Office of Christopher Hudson

Music Attorney
June 2012 – January 2018

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Admitted to the following Bars

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California State Bar
 
Education

Top Music Attorney
Music Business School

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Southwestern Law School, LL.M.
CALI Award (highest grade in the class) in Drafting and Negotiating Technology Agreements.
 
Chapman University School of Law, J.D.
Dean’s Law Scholarship

CALI Award in Intellectual Property in the Music Business

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SUNY Oneonta, B.A. in Music Industry
Magna cum laude, National Dean’s List
 

Guyliana Plantain, Esq

Originally from Miami, Florida, Guyliana "Gigi" Plantain is a litigation, intellectual property and entertainment attorney with a unique blend of experience in civil litigation, business, corporate, and entertainment. With a solid foundation in defending clients in high-stake lawsuits, Guyliana brings a strategic mindset and diligent approach to problem solving as an attorney.

Guyliana has developed an extensive background working with musicians, entrepreneurs, and business owners. She specializes in contract drafting and negotiations, offering her clients tailored legal solutions that encompass a wide range of agreements, including trademark and licensing agreements, celebrity endorsement deals, vendor agreements, producer agreements, publishing deals, interpolation and sample clearances, and more.              

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In addition to her contract experience, Guyliana also provides consulting services on intellectual property matters, particularly in the realms of copyrights and trademarks. Her passion for the arts, combined with her comprehensive legal knowledge, allows her to advocate effectively for her clients, ensuring their creative visions are protected and their business interests are advanced. Guyliana is dedicated to empowering artists and entrepreneurs, helping them navigate the legal landscape of the entertainment industry with confidence and clarity.  

Experience

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Delgado Entertainment Law, PLLC

​Litigation Attorney 

Business & Entertainment Division

December 2024-Present

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.

Attorney 

Construction Defect Litigation & Entertainment

October 2022-December 2024

Posh Rebel Entertainment

Music Licensing & Clearance Intern

Spring 2022

Education

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Top Music Attorney 

Music Business School 

Florida A&M College of Law, Juris Doctor
Cum Laude

2019-2022

University of Florida, Bachelor of Arts in Criminology

2012-2016

Memberships
Black Entertainment & Sports Lawyers Association 

Paul C. Perkins Bar Association, former Board of Director 

Admitted to the following bar:
Florida

New York (pending)
Eligible to practice in any UBE Jurisdiction

Tremain, Case Manager

Tremain has over 20 years experience in law as both a Executive Paralegal and case manager, and provides first-rate support to clients and attorneys.

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A California born, Indiana raised, Phoenix transplant, Tremain is an exceptional Case Manager and Executive Paralegal who came to Arizona in 1993.  Tremain found his calling in law while working as a file clerk while in school.  ​ 

Tremain is a talented artist and rapper, and deeply cares about ensuring all clients receive the absolute best services and support on every matter, every time. 
 
Experience
 
Delgado Entertainment Law, PLLC
Case Manager
August 2018 – Present
 
Thompson Consumer Law Group, PLLC
Lead Paralegal
October 2014 – July 2018
 
Weisberg & Meyers, LLC
Lead Paralegal
September 2004 – October 2014

Jasmine Berber, Firm Manager

Jasmine comes from a technical background with an array of experience in project management from various disciplines include engineering, behavioral health, and film. With a Master's in mechanical engineering, she began her career with Boeing, leading teams under Agile practices and conducting quality assurance for the Apache Program. 
 
In 2020, Jasmine co-founded a film production company, marking her transition from engineering to the film industry as a Film Producer and Director and leading production teams. Within the film industry, her experience spans from negotiations, legal document development, line producing to overall project success. 

Jasmine has additionally worked as a social media manager and content creator as a self-made entrepreneur. 
 
Experience
 
Delgado Entertainment Law, PLLC
Firm Manager
August 2024 – Present
 
New Day Health Services
BHPP | Lead Paralegal
March 2021 – August 2024
 
Berber Productions, LLC
CFO | Producer
January 2021 – Present

Jessica Lee Weiss, Esq

Jessica Weiss has built a successful and diverse career spanning over 20 years in the fields of entertainment and business. She started out as an intern during her college and law school years, working in Film, Television and Music at such organizations as Viacom, Weinstein - Music Licensing and The Agency Group. She went on to work for for several premiere venues in the Southern California market, as The Greek Theatre, The Pantages Theatre and The Santa Barbara Bowl.

Attorney Jessica's passion for music, business and the law was well cultivated when she worked directly with Ziggy Marley & the Bob Marley Estate. Her day to day duties encompassed a wide variety of aspects including Management, Publishing, Record Labels, Touring, Recording, Merchandising & Licensing and Distribution. Jessica also drafted agreements for and negotiated on behalf of Recording Artists, Talent Agencies, Record Labels, Modeling Agencies, Music Producers and Film, Television and Video Game Composers. 

Attorney Jessica is also a Certified Mediator, which allows her to further develop her skills in drafting and negotiating agreements within and across multiple arenas. Outside of practicing Law, Jessica has been horseback riding since age 5, plays guitar and attends comedy shows, concerts and festivals. 

Experience

Delgado Entertainment Law, PLLC
Senior Attorney

Business & Entertainment Division
April 2023 – Present

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Weiss Sisters Entertainment Law

Managing Attorney

February 2014 - 2023

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Nederlander Concerts

Junior Booker, Director of Publicity & Promotion
May 2011 - February 2014

Tuff Gong Worldwide & Ziggy Marley

Manager
November 2007 - May 2010

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Admitted to the following Bars

California State Bar
New York State Bar

Membership and Activities

California Certified Mediator 

California Real Estate License

T.J. Martell Foundation

MusiCares

HARK, Children’s Hospital of LA

Mercy For Animals

Farm Sanctuary

The Gentle Barn

Education

Top Music Attorney 

Music Business School 

May 2024 

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Whittier College of Law J.D., 2004-2007

CALI Awards in International Business Negotiations & Property Law

University of Southern California, 2003

Political Science & Psychology

Skidmore College, 2000-2002

Political Science, Psychology & International Affairs

Arta Majd, Esq.

Arta has been immersed in the music and entertainment industry for over two decades, first as a performer and composer, then as a salesperson, and ultimately, as an attorney. His legal experience includes operating as head of legal and business affairs at Steve’s Aoki’s record label, Dim Mak Records; working with Bear Grillz to launch Rude Service Records; and providing counsel on a variety of projects to artists and managers which include ARMNHMR, Max Styler, MITIS, and Riot Ten.

Attorney Arta's work has brought him into close contact with major and independent record labels, publishers, event companies, film/game/tv studios, tech companies, and various other individuals and organizations in order to create, edit, negotiate, and finalize various types of contracts. Working on both the artist and label sides has given him a unique ability to spot hard-to-see issues in contracts and allows him to give clients tactical advantages and understandings they may not have otherwise had.

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Experience

Delgado Entertainment Law, PLLC

Head Attorney

Music Law Division
March 2024-Present 

Dim Mak Records/Publishing
January 2015-April 2023

The Dorton Firm
May 2014-July 2024

Education

Pepperdine University School of Law
August 2013-May 2016

Juris Doctor; Dispute Resolution Certificate
Honors: CALI Award (top Music Law grade); Dean’s Merit Scholarship

University of Washington (Seattle)

September 2009-June 2012

B.A. Business Administration; Sales & Audio Production certificates June 2012
Honors: Dean’s List; Phi Sigma Theta National Honor Society

Admitted to the Following Bar

California State Bar, 2017

Rion Barnes, Esq.

With over 9 years of commercial contracting experience, Attorney Rion brings a wealth of expertise to the table. Rion has honed their skills in drafting, reviewing, and redlining a myriad of commercial contracts for Fortune 500 and 100 companies such as Epiq Systems, Deloitte, Univar Solutions and Morgan Stanley.

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Specializing in assisting clients across various industries, Attorney Rion excels in drafting a comprehensive array of commercial contracts, including but not limited to NDAs, sales agreements, procurement agreements, SOWs, vendor agreements, service agreements, licensing agreements, privacy agreements (GLBA and GDPR), municipal bids, and other government contracts. With a commitment to excellence and a versatile skill set, she is adept at tailoring legal solutions to meet the unique needs of each client.

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Outside the realm of law, Rion is also a dynamic entrepreneur, with two thriving businesses under her belt. She is the founder of an at-home clinical laboratory testing company, revolutionizing healthcare accessibility, and a skincare and cosmetics company, where they blend innovation with passion to deliver quality products to their customers.

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Attorney Rion is an active participant in the vibrant Atlanta acting community. Embracing her love for the arts, when not working, she engages in acting and screenwriting endeavors, taking classes, collaborating on indie film projects, and adding depth to productions through background acting work.

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Balancing a passion for law, entrepreneurship, and the arts, Rion embodies versatility and dedication in both her professional and personal pursuits. With a commitment to excellence and a multifaceted skill set, she is poised to make a significant impact in assisting clients to resolve their legal matters wherever their journey leads.

Experience

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Delgado Entertainment Law, PLLC
Attorney

Commercial Contracts Division
2023-Present

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Gaston & Barnes Consulting
Contract Attorney 
2023-Present

Deloitte (Univar Solutions)
Contract Negotiator
2022-2023

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Sterlington, PLLC
Associate
2021-2022

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Epiq Systems
Contract Drafting Associate
2019-2020

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Education

John Marshal Law School (Atlanta)

Juris Doctor, 2018

The University of Alabama at Birmingham, B.S., 2014

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Admitted to the Following Bar

TN State Bar

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Memberships

Tennessee Bar Association
Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association
 

Jeffrey Hernández-Escobar, Esq. 

Jeffrey Hernández-Escobar, Esq., is bilingual, fluent in both English and Spanish, and has been involved with the entertainment industry for more than 10 years. Jeffrey's experience includes advising and representing clients regarding corporate, trademarks, copyrights, music and entertainment law issues.

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Attorney Jeffrey has substantial music law experience as a music attorney, and has worked with music artists, record labels, publishers, and other music business executives. 

Experience

Delgado Entertainment Law, PLLC

​Attorney 

Music Division

December 2022 – Present

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Estudio Legal Enlace LLC
Managing Attorney
May 2019

Ahdoot & Wolfson, PC
Independent Contractor
Attorney

Jun 2022-Present

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Williams Legal Group, PLLC
Independent Contractor
Trademark Attorney
Apr 2021- Feb 2022

Education

Full Sail University
Master’s Degree in Entertainment Business
2020

Inter-American University School of Law
Juris Doctor Degree
2017

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Admitted to the following Bars 

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Commonwealth of Puerto Rico Bar 
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico Notary Public Bar